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Pasta with Spinach, easy & quick!

Easy & Quick Pasta with Spinach: Creamy Comfort in 15 Minutes

This easy & quick pasta with spinach combines creamy garlic sauce and vibrant spinach for a nutritious dinner in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti forms the base of your dish
For the Spinach Sauce
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil for sautéing garlic and spinach
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 9 oz Fresh Baby Spinach a nutrient powerhouse
  • ¼ tsp Fine Salt to season the sauce
  • 5 oz Cream Cheese for a creamy base
  • 1 oz Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • ¼ tsp Nutmeg adds warmth and sweetness
  • Black Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz pasta and cook until al dente, 8-10 minutes. Reserve at least ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a skillet, heat 1 Tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add 9 oz spinach to the skillet, seasoning with ¼ tsp fine salt. Stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Lower heat, add 5 oz cream cheese and ⅓ cup reserved pasta water. Mix until creamy.
  5. Mix in 1 oz parmesan and ¼ tsp nutmeg. Adjust seasoning with salt or black pepper.
  6. Add drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh spinach and garlic for the best flavor. Adjust creaminess with reserved pasta water as needed.

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