Name: Creamy Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Spaghetti
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 ounces spaghetti, fresh or dried; 4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried; 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed for extra flavor); 1 cup heavy cream (can substitute with half-and-half or dairy-free cream); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (plus additional for serving); Salt and pepper to taste; Crushed red pepper flakes, optional (for a little heat)

Description

A delicious and creamy spaghetti dish with fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes.

Ingredients

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8 ounces spaghetti, fresh or dried
4 cups fresh spinach, washed and dried
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed for extra flavor)
1 cup heavy cream (can substitute with half-and-half or dairy-free cream)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (plus additional for serving)
Salt and pepper to taste
Crushed red pepper flakes, optional (for a little heat)

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Instructions

Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add the spaghetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water before draining.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Toss in fresh spinach and stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low, then slowly add the heavy cream to the skillet while stirring. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing gently to combine. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

This dish can be made with dried or fresh spaghetti.
Adjust the cream to your preferred richness and substitute with dairy-free options if needed.
Adding crushed red pepper flakes enhances the dish’s flavor with a bit of heat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 540
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 550mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 16g
Cholesterol: 65mg