Kale Pasta Salad With Sun Dried Tomatoes Recipes

KALE MAC AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente, drain, rinse quickly with cold water to stop the cooking process and set aside.
• Tear kale into small pieces, removing the ribs. Place in a large mixing bowl (or serving bowl).
• Sprinkle with coarse Kosher salt and then using clean hands, massage it well, breaking down the fibers so it is tender. The better you massage it, the easier it is to eat so don't skip or rush this step.
• Add cooked pasta, olive oil, sun dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, bottled minced garlic, feta and parmesan cheese to the kale, tossing to coat and combine.
• Cover and refrigerate for 1-4 hours (up to overnight) before serving. Toss again before serving to redistribute the dressing. Serve cold.
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SUN DRIED TOMATO PASTA WITH KALE

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the shallots, fennel, garlic, red pepper flakes, sage, ½ teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper and cook until the fennel is tender, about 8 minutes.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente.
• To the skillet, add the white wine and let it reduce for 30 seconds. Then, reduce the heat to low, add the kale and toss until just wilted. Use a slotted spoon to scoop the cooked pasta into the skillet. Add the sun-dried tomatoes, walnuts, and lemon juice and toss.
• Finally, season to taste and serve with generous drizzles of olive oil and freshly grated pecorino cheese.