Description
Rich, creamy, and vibrant green, this Pasta with Spinach Sauce is a delightful dish that packs a punch of flavor while being incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 320 g (12 oz) pasta
- 300 g (10 oz) fresh spinach
- 240 ml (1 cup) heavy cream
- 60 g (½ cup) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Reserve 60 ml (¼ cup) of pasta water, then drain and set it aside.
- Sauté the Spinach: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add fresh spinach, stirring until it wilts, about 3–4 minutes.
- Blend the Sauce: Transfer the wilted spinach and garlic to a blender. Add heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and pepper. Blend until smooth, and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Pour the spinach sauce into the skillet over low heat. Add the drained pasta and reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce. Stir gently for 2–3 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper, if desired.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The sauce can be prepared a day in advance for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Boiling and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 80mg