Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Pasta with Spinach Sauce
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add your choice of pasta and cook it according to package instructions until it reaches al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Once done, drain the pasta, reserving about a cup of the starchy water. Set aside the cooked pasta in a warm bowl.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add 2-3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Stir in 4 cups of fresh spinach to the pan with garlic. Cook the spinach for about 3-4 minutes or until it wilts down nicely.
- Reduce the heat to low and add 4 ounces of your chosen creamy cheese to the pan. Stir continuously as the cheese melts and combines with the spinach and garlic.
- Toss the drained pasta into the skillet with the spinach sauce, ensuring every piece is coated. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes over low heat.
- Taste your creamy Pasta with Spinach Sauce and season with freshly ground black pepper and salt as needed. Plate your pasta and finish with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
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Notes
Store leftover Pasta with Spinach Sauce in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To reheat, gently warm over low heat, adding a splash of olive oil or water to maintain creaminess.
