Penne with Swiss Chard & Asiago Cheese

Quick and very good. from the local newspaper

• Ready In: 26 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  cups penne pasta
• 8  cups  coarsely chopped swiss chard
• 1 (19 ounce) can cannellini beans or 1 (19 ounce) can  other white beans, drained
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup  shredded asiago cheese
• 1  clove garlic, smashed
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook penne 8 to 10 minutes or until tender but firm.
2. Add 8 cups coarsely chopped Swiss chard, cook 1 minute; drain well.
3. In a large serving bowl, combine remaining ingredients.
4. Add pasta mixture; toss well.
5. Season to taste.