Creamy Pasta with Broccoli & Mushrooms

Ingredients

• 2 cups Uncooked Brown Rice Pasta
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 2 Cloves Garlic, crushed
• 6 Cremini or Chestnut Mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 1 cup Broccoli florets
• 3/4 cup frozen Peas
• 4 medium Kale leaves, de-stemmed and thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup White Beans
• 1/4 cup chopped Parsley
• Salt/Pepper, to taste

Method

1. Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil on a medium heat and gently sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
3. Add the sliced mushrooms and continue to sauté for 4 minutes, stirring regularly.
4. Add the coconut milk, broccoli, frozen peas and beans (if using) to the pan
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat slightly and allow it to bubble gently for 5 minutes.
6. Stir in the Kale and Parsley.
7. Finally, stir in the cooked pasta and season generously with salt and pepper. Serve in large bowls and enjoy!