Creamy Spinach Pasta
A cozy dish combining rich creaminess and vibrant spinach, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 3-5 minutes, then add Parmesan and mix until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta with the creamy sauce and toss to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper, then serve hot.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for cream. You can also add protein or other vegetables for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, spinach, comfort food, Italian recipe, vegetarian pasta
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