This Delicious Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce is a flavorful and satisfying pasta dish that's surprisingly easy to make. Tender spaghetti and fresh spinach are coated in a vibrant and creamy sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
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Recipe Details:
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Course: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yields: 4 servings
- Dietary Info: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes, oil-packed, drained (reserve some oil if desired)
- 3-4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 5 oz Fresh Spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese, plus more for serving
- Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for a touch of spice
Equipment:
- Large pot
- Large skillet
- Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions:
- Cook Pasta: Cook the spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
- Sauté Aromatics & Tomatoes: While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil (and a little reserved oil from the sun-dried tomatoes, if desired) in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the drained sun-dried tomatoes and minced garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the tomatoes have softened slightly.
- Wilt Spinach: Add the roughly chopped fresh spinach to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the spinach has wilted down significantly, about 2-3 minutes.
- Make the Cream Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce and the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Combine with Pasta: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce seems too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Serve: Serve the delicious spaghetti and spinach with sun-dried tomato cream sauce immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and black pepper, if desired.
Enjoy this easy and flavorful homemade pasta dish!
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