Beth Moncel of Budget Byte$ writes: “Lace whole wheat pasta and kale with garlic, Parmesan, and a little butter, they take on a whole new personality. Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes if desired.” https://www.budgetbytes.com/garlic-parmesan-kale-pasta/
6 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound washed, stemmed and chopped kale
- 1/2 pound whole wheat angel hair pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- Pinch salt and pepper
- Pinch red pepper flakes, if desired
Directions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Break the pasta in half, add it to the boiling water, and cook until al dente (about 7 minutes, but please refer to the package instructions). Drain the pasta in a colander.
- Meanwhile, add the olive oil, butter, and minced garlic to another large pot or skillet. Cook over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and fragrant. Add the kale and continue to sauté until the kale has wilted and has turned a deep green color (about 5-7 minutes). Turn the heat off.
- Add the drained pasta to the pot with the sautéed kale. Toss the pasta and kale together. Allow them to cool to the point that steam is no longer rising from the pot.
- Season the pasta and kale with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste. Add grated Parmesan and toss to coat. Add red pepper flakes if desired.