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Pasta With Feta & Bitter Greens

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This comforting pasta dish brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table in under 40 minutes. It features a simple yet robust sauce made from saut&# 195;©ed onions and wilted bitter greens like escarole or spinach, bound together with creamy feta cheese. The result is a rich, savory meal that balances the slight bitterness of the greens with the salty tang of the cheese. ItâÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner solution that feels both elegant and homestyle. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of freshly ground pepper and parmesan for an extra layer of depth. This recipe is flexible, allowing you to swap in your favorite greens and pasta shapes, making it a reliable favorite for busy evenings.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 405.3
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This comforting pasta dish brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table in under 40 minutes. It features a simple yet robust sauce made from saut&# 195;©ed onions and wilted bitter greens like escarole or spinach, bound together with creamy feta cheese. The result is a rich, savory meal that balances the slight bitterness of the greens with the salty tang of the cheese. ItâÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner solution that feels both elegant and homestyle. Serve it hot with a sprinkle of freshly ground pepper and parmesan for an extra layer of depth. This recipe is flexible, allowing you to swap in your favorite greens and pasta shapes, making it a reliable favorite for busy evenings.
Ingredients
  • 6 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 4 cup Onion, chopped
  • 8 cup Bitter greens - spinach and
  • 1 lb Escarole
  • 0.75 lb Penne or fusilli
  • 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Pepper, freshly ground
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Directions
  1. 1
    Wash, dry, and coarsely chop the escarole and any other bitter greens.
  2. 2
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
  3. 3
    In a large skillet or wok, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  4. 4
    Add chopped onions and sauté for 10 minutes or until tender and translucent.
  5. 5
    Add the chopped greens to the skillet with the onions.
  6. 6
    Cook over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the greens are wilted and tender.
  7. 7
    Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  8. 8
    Drain the pasta well.
  9. 9
    Crumble the feta cheese into the skillet with the greens and stir to create a thick, creamy sauce.
  10. 10
    Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
  11. 11
    Cook for a few minutes over low heat to warm the pasta through.
  12. 12
    Serve immediately, topped with freshly ground pepper and parmesan cheese to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 405.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24.7g38%
Saturated Fat 3.1g16%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 388.8mg17%
Total Carbohydrate 39.6g14%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g59%
Sugars 12.0g
Protein 16.6g34%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pasta, feta, greens, escarole, spinach, greek, vegetarian, onion, olive oil, penne, fusilli, quick dinner, wilted greens, cheese sauce, mediterranean, weeknight meal, parmesan, savory
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