Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce, where silky pasta meets vibrant spinach in a luscious, creamy sauce. This dish is not only quick and easy to prepare but also bursts with flavor, making it an ideal choice for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. With the perfect balance of richness from the cream and tanginess from sun-dried tomatoes, every bite is a warm embrace that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz spaghetti
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Spaghetti: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add spaghetti and cook until al dente (8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Sauté Garlic and Spinach: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Toss in spinach and cook until wilted (3-4 minutes).
- Create the Cream Sauce: Pour heavy cream into the skillet with garlic and spinach. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet, mixing well while gradually adding reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
- Finish with Cheese: Sprinkle Parmesan over the pasta, tossing until creamy and well combined. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 335g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider incorporating grilled chicken or shrimp. Swap spinach for kale for a different flavor profile. For extra zest, sprinkle chili flakes or crumble feta cheese on top before serving.