Tomato Orecchiette
2-3 big handfuls of spinach
2 handfuls of basil
3 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup chopped pistachio (raw, unsalted)
2 tsp pureed or chopped garlic
3 Tbsp olive oil
1 lemon, juiced (2 Tbsp)
kosher salt
pepper
1 lb pasta (orecchiette, bow tie, etc.)
smoked aged cheddar, grated (optional, sprinkle on top)
- Wash, rinse, and chop spinach, basil, and tomatoes.
- Cook pasta until al dente, then drain.
- Mix garlic, olive oil, lemon juice with pasta.
- Add spinach and basil, stir a few strokes.
- Add black beans (drained) and tomatoes, stir gently.
- Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Sprinkle top with grated smoked cheddar to give it a kick.
