Description
A delightful dish of creamy pasta with sautéed garlic and fresh spinach, perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or spaghetti)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Start by cooking the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside, but make sure to reserve a cup of pasta water in case you need to loosen your sauce later.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once warm, add the minced garlic, sautéing gently until it turns fragrant—this should take about a minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently and bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until it melts and forms a lush, creamy sauce.
- Add the fresh spinach, continuing to stir until it wilts into the mixture.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the prepared sauce in the skillet. Toss and mix well, ensuring every strand is coated in that delicious creaminess.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, adjusting the spices to suit your taste preferences.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper if desired.
Notes
Make-ahead tips: You can prepare the sauce a few hours in advance and simply reheat on low with a bit of cream. Avoid overcooking the spinach to keep its vibrant color and nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg