Description
A warm and comforting pasta dish that combines earthy spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious cream sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of spaghetti
- 2 cups of fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 cup of sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add the spinach and tomatoes: Incorporate the chopped spinach and chopped sun-dried tomatoes into the skillet. Cook until the spinach wilts, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Make the cream sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and reduce the heat to low. Stir well to combine with the sautéed vegetables.
- Season the sauce: Add the grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine with spaghetti: Toss the cooked spaghetti in the skillet, ensuring it is well coated with the creamy sauce.
- Let it rest: Allow the dish to sit for a minute to let the flavors meld together.
- Serve: Plate the pasta hot, and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Enjoy with loved ones!
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or use dairy-free alternatives. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: spaghetti, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, cream sauce, Italian pasta