Description
Pasta with Spinach Sauce is a quick and delicious dish that can be ready in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or a comforting lunch. This wholesome meal features a creamy spinach sauce enriched with cream cheese and parmesan, creating a delightful flavor that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With fresh spinach as the star ingredient, this pasta dish is not only tasty but also nutritious, making it perfect for health-conscious diners. Customize it with your favorite pasta shape or add extra vegetables to suit your family’s preferences. Enjoy the simplicity and satisfaction of this flavorful dish tonight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8oz (225g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, spaghetti)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 9oz (250g) baby spinach
- 5oz (140g) cream cheese
- 1oz (30g) grated parmesan cheese
- Ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of cooking water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Gradually add spinach, seasoning with salt, and stir until wilted.
- Stir in cream cheese and reserved pasta water until combined, then add grated parmesan and nutmeg.
- Toss drained pasta with the sauce until fully coated and serve immediately with additional parmesan and olive oil.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg