Creamy Spinach Tomato Pasta
A delightful dish combining richness and vibrant flavors, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Pasta and Sauce Components
- 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes, halved Adds sweetness to the dish.
- 4 cups Fresh Spinach, washed and chopped Packed with nutrients.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream For luxurious creaminess.
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated Melt for flavor.
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced Infuses flavor into the dish.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For cooking.
- to taste Salt Enhances flavor.
- to taste Pepper Enhances flavor.
Pasta
- 8 ounces Pasta of choice (such as fettuccine or penne) Any type works well.
Instructions
Cooking Pasta
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water and then drain the rest.
Sautéing Ingredients
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once warm, toss in the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
- Introduce the halved cherry tomatoes into the skillet. Cook until they soften and begin to burst, around 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chopped spinach to the skillet. Stir until it wilts down, which should take another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring well. Allow it to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Combining and Serving
- Add your drained pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the creamy spinach-tomato mixture.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Finish with salt and pepper to taste. Optionally, add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Leftovers taste even better the next day.