Description
Pasta with Spinach Sauce is a scrumptious, creamy dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a delightful meal that the whole family will enjoy. This vibrant green pasta is not only fast to prepare but also packs a nutritional punch thanks to fresh spinach. The creamy sauce, made from cream cheese and parmesan, envelops the pasta beautifully, making each bite satisfying and flavorful. You can easily customize this recipe by adding your favorite protein or switching up the pasta type. Whether it’s a casual dinner or a cozy gathering, Pasta with Spinach Sauce is sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8oz (225g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, spaghetti)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2–3 garlic cloves
- 9oz (250g) baby spinach
- 5oz (140g) cream cheese
- 1oz (30g) grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente; reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add spinach in batches, seasoning with salt until wilted.
- Stir in cream cheese and reserved pasta water; add parmesan and mix well.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet; toss until coated.
- Serve immediately with black pepper and extra parmesan.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg