Description
Indulge in a creamy and flavorful pasta dish with Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce. This easy-to-make recipe features tender spaghetti coated in a luscious Parmesan cream sauce, perfectly balanced with the bold, tangy notes of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. It’s a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal you can whip up in under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta water.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
- Add the fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until the sauce is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, stir in 2 tablespoons of cream cheese or mascarpone.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or a plant-based alternative for a lighter version.
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread or a crisp side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: spaghetti, sun-dried tomato pasta, creamy pasta, spinach pasta, easy dinner