The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Sep. 2, 2009
I used red kidney beans because it's all I had on hand -- would have been better, creamier and prettier with white beans though. While the recipe was good alone, next time I will add a small amount of tomato sauce to it as well as I prefer my noodles coated with sauce a bit more. I added some red pepper flakes to my serving (some spicy-food-haters in the household) and that sure took it up a notch! Might add some parm next time. Will make again.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Apr. 29, 2009
Yummy! Easy to make and delicious. I made some very minor changes, but the original recipe was good. I sauteed the onion and then added about 7 or so cloves of minced garlic. I added salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and basil before adding the tomatoes to bring out the spices. I chopped one tomato and added two cans of tomatoes with garlic, basil, and onion and 2 cans of beans. I used whole wheat elbow pasta although penne would have been perfect. When the pasta was ready, I threw in a bag of baby spinach and shut the heat off. I took about about 1/2 cup of the cooking water and added it to the beans. Drained the pasta, threw it in the pot with the tomatoes and beans and combined. Fantastic and although I doubled the recipe and added a few changes, it was a delicious vegetarian meal that even the meat eaters loved.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Apr. 26, 2009
good base recipe. i added a can of diced tomatos w/ garic. and some other seasoning. served as a main dish.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Feb. 3, 2009
I used this recipe as a springboard to use some ingredients I had on-hand when I returned home late one day and didn't have time to make the roast I had planned for dinner. I used 1 can canellini beans, 1 lg can diced tomatoes, 1 onion and a box of penne rigati pasta. I threw in some basil and garlic powder while it was cooking. My family enjoyed it but we agreed it was missing something, not sure what but I'll be playing around with this one again just because it was so quick, easy & fairly healthy I would assume. All in all, it saved the evening and we have enough left over for hubby to take for lunch tomorrow too. Thanks a bunch for the recipe!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
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Reviewed: Jan. 29, 2009
This was good. I think the two cups of pasta is the already cooked amount. I cooked two cups dry and it was way to much. I used a can of garlic and olive oil diced tomatoes in place of fresh. Served with parmesan cheese on top. I would make this again.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Jan. 26, 2009
Sometimes it's just about getting down to the basics, and like what others said, using what you have on hand. This recipe suits all of the above - and is wide open to so many other additions. I will make this again!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: May 29, 2008
Good basic recipe for when you are in a pinch and can't make it to the store or are low on funds. Please doctor it up and add spices, or cheese, it needs something to make it better.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Apr. 2, 2008
This was one of those nights where I desperately needed groceries but didn't want to go. So I searched for a recipe that contained ingredients I did have and "wa-la" Pasta and Beans it is! A good start for a side dish but here is what I added/changed. I sauteed onion and garlic in olive oil, drained and rinsed beans, tossed in the beans and a can of diced tomatoes with Italian seasonings. Then I added the drained pasta (reserving a 1/4 cup pasta liquid) and tossed this all together. I sprinkled with a little extra olive oil, parm cheese, red pepper flakes and balsamic vinegar. I served it next to Herb Crusted Chicken and everyone ate it very well!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Oct. 17, 2007
Simple, healthy, but lacking something. I have used a similar recipe that adds, garlic, lemon and sage. It is much tastier!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Oct. 17, 2006
After reading the instructions on this dish, I thought it needed a little something more. I added italian seasoning while simmering, dropped in some spinach leaves once the simmering was complete (they wilt almost immediately w/ heat) & I included a few tablespoons pasta water (a tip I always see mentioned on the cooking shows). I thought it was tasty and will likely make again.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Jul. 18, 2006
Good but very basic recipe, so adding your own twist is needed. I added garlic to the sauted onions, as others had suggested. I also added cumin, chili powder, and crushed pepper, along with the corn cut from a leftover cob. I used pinto beans (all I had, and I drained them first), and added one 15 oz. can of peeled tomatoes. I served it with whole grain penne, and it was delicious.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Jan. 27, 2005
This was very bland. It does need extra spice. Also the beans went mushy, so don't cook them too long. If I were to do it again I definitely would take the advice of some other reviewers and add garlic and seasonings. Also, canned chopped tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano would be a good substitute for the tomotoes. I wonder if I was supposed to drain the beans. Usually you do, but this recipe doesn't specify.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Aug. 14, 2004
My husband and I enjoyed this recipe, however I did add more spice to it. To the oil and onions I added 2 gloves of garlic, finely chopped. When it was time to put in the beans I added some fresh ground black pepper, salt, and some of the "emeril lagase" seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. The beans provided a kind of "buttery" flavor, and the extra seasoning added more depth. I might make this again... Beano might need to be added in the next batch...
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The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Aug. 10, 2004
This recipe was blech. It was too sour, and the beans and the pasta dont go well together. I would definitely not make this again.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Jul. 28, 2004
this pasta dish was easy & tasted good. one addition i made was chopped a large clove of garlic & sauteed it in olive oil before adding the onions. thanks jen!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Jul. 25, 2004
It was good, but to make it even tastier. Sautee some bacon and crumble it up then add to mix, also add parsley, bay leaf and a splash of white wine. Red onion is also good to use.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Jun. 23, 2004
This was really good - and fast! I added lots of salt, and next time I'll saute some garlic with the onions.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Jun. 1, 2004
Absolutely delicious. I made this for friends one night and everyone loved it. Easy but tasty.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: May 11, 2004
Needs some added spice. I added some fresh ground black pepper and a tablespoon of oregano. Nothing can beat this for a FAST and healthy meal at a bargain price!
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4 star rating.
Reviewed: Oct. 26, 2003
I tried this recipe last night and my kids said it was a keeper. The only thing I did different was to saute a little garlic with the onion because we LOVE garlic.
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