Lacinato Kale Pasta with Parmesan and Breadcrumbs
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
A wholesome kale pasta dish made with lacinato kale, grated Parmesan, and conchiglie pasta, and topped with savory toasted breadcrumbs. Ready in under 30 minutes, this pasta skillet is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Recipe Type:
Dinner
Makes: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound conchiglie pasta
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/2 cup Progresso Panko Italian Style Breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed juice
- sea salt
- freshly ground pepper
- 1 bunch lacinato kale, stems trimmed and rough chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Instructions
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook to al dente. Reserve pasta water.
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Meanwhile, heat a wide, deep skillet (big enough to hold the cooked pasta as well) over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons butter, and when butter has melted and has a nutty fragrance, add breadcrumbs. Toast until golden, about 4 minutes. Remove breadcrumbs to a small bowl and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Add kale, plus a pinch each sea salt and pepper, and sauté until kale is wilted and supple, about 5 minutes. Fold in lemon zest and juice, cooked pasta, and Parmesan. Add a few tablespoons of pasta water as needed to thin consistency. Top with toasted Progresso Panko Italian Style Breadcrumbs, finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan and a pinch of pepper, and serve.