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Delicious Spinach Tomato Pasta

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring fresh spinach and ripe tomatoes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients
  • 8 ounces pasta (such as penne or fusilli)
Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 15 ounces can of diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.
Sautéing the Garlic
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Adding Tomatoes and Spinach
  1. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with juice) and add fresh spinach. Stir and cook until the spinach wilts down, about 2-3 minutes.
Making the Sauce Creamy
  1. Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken. If it’s too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
Combining with Pasta
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing until well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Garnishing and Serving
  1. Top with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately, and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.