Vegetarians recipes |
Penne With Swiss Chard And White Beans |
1 bunch Swiss chard - (abt 10 to 12 oz) 10 ounces penne pasta - (to 12) 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion -- quartered, and thinly sliced 3 garlic cloves - (to 4) -- minced 1/4 cup dry white wine (or water) 1 1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes - (to 2) -- diced (substitute one 28-oz can diced tomatoes if good, fresh tomatoes are unavailable) 1 can large white cannellini beans - (16 oz) -- drained, rinsed 1/4 cup raisins or currants Salt -- to taste Freshly-ground black pepper -- to taste Optional Topping: Grated fresh Parmesan cheese -- preferably organic (or Parmesan-style soy cheese) |
Remove the stems from the Swiss chard and rinse it well. Drain lightly and chop the leaves coarsely. Bring water to a boil in a large pot. Cook the pasta in rapidly simmering water for 10 to 12 minutes (or according to package directions), until al dente, then drain. |