Creamy Spinach Pasta
A rich and creamy pasta dish with fresh spinach and garlic, ready in just 25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (e.g., fettuccine or penne)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the heavy cream to the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and let it melt until the sauce becomes smooth.
- Fold in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the creamy sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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