Every time we have pasta, my main concern is the massive amounts of starch and the complete lack of veg. Which is why when I thought of this pasta, I was really excited. And we absolutely LOVED it. I've made it a few times already, and its both quick and easy. I really recommend this one for a weeknight dinner.
Arugula Pasta
1/2 lb of small or short-cut pasta (quinoa is probably my favorite pasta)
1 package chopped prosciutto (or a few slices of bacon, or hot italian sausage, or whatever you have on hand--I have even used turkey bacon)
1 small onion, chopped
2-3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 cup white wine
1 14.5 oz can of plum tomatoes, drained and chopped
Salt and pepper
1 package of arugula
Generous handful of basil or parsley, chopped
Grated parmesan
Put a pot of water on to boil, for the pasta. Cook until al dente, but reserve some of the starchy pasta water. In a large skillet, saute the prosciutto (or whatever), drain if necessary, and transfer to a towel-lined dish. Add a bit of oil to the pan and saute the onion until just tender, then add the garlic and saute another minute or so. Add the prosciutto back in along with the oregano, salt and pepper. Add the wine and allow the alcohol to cook off, then add the chopped tomatoes and allow to cook for 2 minutes. Add the starchy pasta water and then the arugula, stirring until the arugula is wilted, then add the basil. Serve topped with parmesan.
Happy Eating!
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