Pasta with Spinach Ultimate (Printable Version)
Creamy garlic sauce coats pasta and spinach for a quick, flavorful meal with Parmesan and olive oil.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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225 grams dried pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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360 grams fresh spinach, washed and roughly chopped
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60 milliliters vegetable or chicken broth
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120 milliliters heavy cream or dairy-free alternative
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50 grams grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
# Steps:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
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In a spacious skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for approximately 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
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Add chopped spinach to the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2–3 minutes until leaves are wilted and moisture is released.
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Pour in the broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2 minutes.
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Stir in heavy cream or dairy-free substitute. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
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If using, add grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce. Stir until completely melted, ensuring a smooth, creamy consistency.
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Gently fold the cooked pasta into the spinach mixture, ensuring all noodles are evenly coated with sauce.
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Adjust seasoning with salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Stir to unify flavors.
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Transfer to serving bowls and serve immediately while hot. Garnish with additional Parmesan or a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
# Notes:
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Reserve a small amount of pasta cooking water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.