Penne With Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

A wonderful healthy pasta dish, perfect for quick weeknight meals.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 3-4

Ingredients

• 1  cup sun-dried tomato, without oil
• 1⁄4 cup chicken broth
• 1  tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1  tablespoon  balsamic vinegar
• 3  garlic cloves, minced
• 16  ounces  cooked garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
• 2  cups spinach, chopped
• 6  ounces  uncooked penne, cooked, hot
• 2  tablespoons  grated parmesan cheese
• 1⁄8 teaspoon table salt, to taste
• 1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Combine tomatoes with 1 cup boiling water.
2. Let stand about 20 minutes or until softened.
3. Drain and chop.
4. In a large bowl, combine broth, oil, vinegar and garlic.
5. Add chickpeas, spinach, penne, cheese and tomatoes.
6. Toss well.
7. Season to taste and serve.