Jul 14 2026
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Pantry Favorites Recipe

Inspired by The Lady May
Time30m
Serves4

Make Pantry Favorites Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Staples

Vegetables

Protein

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    While the pasta is cooking, chop the bell pepper and rinse the spinach. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Chickpeas

    Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Sauté Garlic and Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Then, add the chopped bell pepper and sauté for another 3 minutes until softened.

  2. 5

    Add Tomatoes and Spinach

    Stir in the canned tomatoes (with juices) and spinach. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the spinach is wilted.

  3. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the cooked pasta and chickpeas to the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients.

  4. 7

    Season the Dish

    Add salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning. Toss everything together until well mixed and heated through.

  5. 8

    Serve

    Remove from heat and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Serve warm.

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