Let's dive into a culinary adventure that combines wholesome ingredients with mouthwatering flavors. Say hello to our Fiber-Packed Delight: Creamy Wholemeal Pasta with Mushrooms and Kale! Its so simple to make and so incredibly delicious.
In this version we're swapping out the conventional white pasta for its healthier counterpart, and trust us, you won't miss a thing. Wholemeal pasta is a powerhouse of nutrition packed into every spiral. Let's break it down:
Fiber-Packed for Better Digestion: One of the significant benefits of wholemeal pasta is its high fiber content. Fiber is essential for promoting healthy digestion and keeping things running smoothly in your digestive system.
Nutrient-Rich for a Healthier You: Unlike its refined counterpart, wholemeal pasta retains all the goodness of the wheat kernel, including essential nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It's a nutrient-rich choice that nourishes your body with every bite.
Keeps You Full Longer for Easier Weight Management 💪: Thanks to its high fiber and complex carbohydrates, wholemeal pasta has a low glycemic index, meaning it provides a steady release of energy and keeps you feeling full for longer. Say goodbye to those mid-afternoon snack cravings!
Ingredients
4 cups washed and chopped kale
250g sliced mushrooms
1 onion chopped
4 cloves garlic
500g wholemeal pasta spirals
1 cup cream or almond milk
Parmesan
2 stock cubes of choice dissolved in 1/4 cup boiling water
Cook pasta per packet instructions.
Add onion to pan, cook for a few mins, then add garlic and mushrooms followed by kale. Cook until kale has wilted, add in dissolved stock cubes. Simmer for a few mins. Add cream.
Add drained pasta, stir until until sauce thickens. Serve with Parmesan.
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