Host An Unforgettable Book Club

The wagon wheels in this pasta dish are perfect for your book club party for The Art of Racing in the Rain.

Preparation: 20 minutes | Cook: 8 minutes | Serves:  6

Ingredients

• 1 pound wagon wheel pasta
• 4 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1/2 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
• 2 cups spinach leaves
• 2 tablespoons pesto
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, plus extra for garnish

Instructions

1. Cook the wagon wheel pasta according to directions in salted water with a tablespoon of olive oil.
2. In a large skillet, melt the butter then add olive oil and saute the garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.  Add the green beans and saute for 10 minutes.  Add the spinach and saute until just wilted.
3. Combine the pasta, green bean/spinach mixture, pesto, salt and pepper and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl and toss to combine.
4. Garnish with Parmesan cheese.

• Inspired by: The Art of Racing in the Rain

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Author: Lisa  Category: vegetables, sides, bread  Tags: pasta beans & rice