BUTTERBEANS n' PASTA

 

the beans before the addition of pasta

INGREDIENTS:

1 pkg. fresh butter beans, approximately 2 cups
Water to barely cover, add more if necessary
2 Tbsp. oil
2 tsp. veggie bouillon
3 cloves garlic, slice thin
1 tsp. dried tarragon
Pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. Earth Balance
4 oz. whole wheat pasta
Vegan Parmesan cheese

 

using a large "bowl" shaped pasta catches the bean mixture

 

 

this brand of pasta is whole wheat and carries the Earth Fare label

 

DIRECTIONS:

In a medium saucepan, place the beans, water, oil, bouillon, garlic, tarragon and pepper.  Being to a boil, turn heat down and simmer for 30 minutes.  Add the Earth Balance and stir together.

Meanwhile cook the pasta.  Drain.  Mix all together and serve with the vegan cheese.