Description
A luxurious yet simple creamy spinach pasta dish that’s perfect for cozy evenings.
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
- Boil the Pasta: Fill a large pot with water, add a pinch of salt, and bring it to a rolling boil. Toss in your pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Remember to stir occasionally!
- Sauté the Garlic: While your pasta is cooking, heat up the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it!
- Add the Spinach: Toss in the fresh spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, for about two minutes, or until the spinach has wilted.
- Make it Creamy: Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Stir to combine, and let it simmer for a couple of minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Cheesy Goodness: Gradually sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese while stirring continuously.
- Combine It All: Add in your drained pasta to the skillet, and toss everything together until the pasta is well coated. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve It Up: Plate your creamy spinach pasta while it’s hot! Garnish with a sprinkle of extra Parmesan and perhaps some fresh basil.
Notes
For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half. You can also add protein like shrimp or chicken for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing & Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: creamy spinach pasta, comfort food, vegetarian pasta, Italian recipe, quick pasta dish