Sweet Grape Tomato and White Bean Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups uncooked multigrain penne (tube-shaped pasta)
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cups halved grape tomatoes
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup chopped bottled roasted red bell peppers
• 1/2 (15-ounce) can navy beans, rinsed and drained
• 3 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1/4 cup torn basil leaves
• 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fresh Parmesan cheese

Preparation

1. 1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
2. 2. While pasta cooks, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tomatoes; cook 3 minutes or until skins begin to wrinkle and burst. Add garlic; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add bell pepper, beans, and spinach; cook 3 minutes or until spinach is slightly wilted. Stir in basil, vinegar, salt, and pasta. Cook 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle evenly with cheese.