Spicy Kale-Almond Pesto and White-Bean Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 bunch kale (washed and drained)
• 4 ounces dried penne pasta
• 1/2 cup whole almonds, toasted
• 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic (about 5 large cloves)
• 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Juice of two lemons (divided)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 19-ounce can white (cannellini) beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• Freshly ground black pepper