Go Back
+ servings
Print

Kale Tomato Pasta

quick 30 minute vegetarian meal using fresh vegetables.
Course Pasta
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Author Nancy Piran

Ingredients

  • 1 1 16 oz box of Ditalini
  • sea salt
  • 1 16 oz bag kale
  • 1 medium size onion roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 large red round tomatoes chopped
  • FOR THE CREAM SAUCE:
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups of warm milk

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add sea salt and pasta and cook for 10-11 minutes or till al dente.
  • In the meantime prepare the sauce.
  • Prepare kale by chopping it up.
  • In a large saute pan add onions, 1 tablespoon oil and salt.
  • Turn heat on medium and add half of your kale
  • Cook for a few minutes, stirring often.
  • Then add the remaining half of kale, 1 tablespoon oil and garlic powder.
  • Continue to cook for 10 minutes or until the kale is soft.
  • Add tomatoes and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • In another medium size sauce pan on medium heat add 4 tablespoons of butter and melt. Whisk in flour. Slowly whisk in milk and continue to stir till thick.
  • When pasta is done cooking drain and pour into a large bowl.
  • Top with cream sauce and vegetables and stir.
  • Serve immediately and ENJOY!