An Unexpected Classic: Controne Bean, Roasted Pepper, and Squash Vine Pasta
Here at ChefSteps, we’re always looking for diamonds in the rough: humble ingredients that a little kitchen creativity can reveal as the culinary stars they always were. An affordable chuck roast can shed its tough texture to transform into a silky centerpiece that rivals any steak. A pesky invasive weed can fit right in as a gorgeous soup garnish. That extra can of cranberry sauce that’s been sitting in your pantry since Thanksgiving can lend vibrant color and sweet-tart flavor to a haute dessert you won’t want to save for the holidays. But the humblest ingredient of all may be the unexpected hero of this out-of-this-world pasta dish: beans.