Description
Indulge in a quick and delightful Pasta with Spinach Sauce that combines creamy goodness with the nutritional benefits of fresh spinach. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights, taking just 15 minutes to prepare. With its rich, comforting flavors and family-friendly appeal, this recipe is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. Whether you’re serving it at a casual gathering or as a nutritious meal for the family, you’ll love how simple it is to whip up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti)
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 9 oz baby spinach
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- 5 oz cream cheese
- 1 oz grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of cooking water before draining.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Gradually add spinach and salt, stirring until wilted.
- Stir in cream cheese and reserved pasta water, followed by parmesan and nutmeg until well combined.
- Toss drained pasta into the skillet with the sauce, mixing thoroughly. Serve immediately with extra olive oil, pepper, and parmesan.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg