Description
Pasta with Spinach Sauce is a quick and delicious weeknight meal that combines creamy textures with vibrant flavors in just 15 minutes. This dish is perfect for busy families or casual gatherings, featuring fresh spinach and rich cheese that elevate simple pasta to gourmet status. Packed with nutrients, this recipe is not only satisfying but also customizable, allowing you to add proteins or extra veggies to suit everyone’s taste. Serve it up for a delightful dinner that appeals to both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, 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 instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add spinach gradually and season with salt until wilted.
- Stir in cream cheese and â…“ cup of reserved pasta water until combined. Add parmesan cheese and nutmeg; mix well.
- Toss the drained pasta in the skillet with the sauce, serving immediately with extra olive oil and black pepper on top.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 275g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg