Golden Linguine Pasta with Herb-Infused Beans and Spinach
A simple yet delectable pasta dish coated in a glossy, nutty sauce made of golden-brown butter, studded with herb-marinated beans, and wilted spinach. It’s an elegant, one-skillet meal perfect for weeknight dinners!
Combine the drained and rinsed white beans with finely chopped basil leaves and olive oil in a small bowl. Let it sit while preparing the other elements of the dish.
PASTA
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Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the linguine pasta as per package instructions. Reserve a cup of pasta water before you drain it.
PASTA SAUCE
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In a large high-sided skillet at medium heat, add the butter and let it melt while you grate the parmesan cheese.
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Once the butter has melted, reduce heat to low. Stir in the sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Let the butter foam, smell nutty, and turn a golden-brown color.
MIXING
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Add the drained pasta and minced garlic into the skillet.
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Add the marinated white beans, spinach, and grated parmesan cheese to the skillet.
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Use tongs to gently combine all the ingredients. The residual heat from the pasta will wilt the spinach and melt the cheese.
FINAL TOUCH
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If the pasta seems dry, add a bit of the reserved pasta water. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
SERVE
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Serve the pasta hot out of the skillet, topped with some more freshly grated parmesan cheese. Enjoy it while hot!