Spaghetti with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Sauce 🍝✨
This creamy sun-dried tomato pasta combines al dente spaghetti with a rich Parmesan-infused sauce and fresh spinach for a simple yet elegant meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions:
1. Cook the Spaghetti
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the spaghetti until al dente, according to package instructions.
- Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Add Tomatoes & Spinach
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.
- Cook until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
4. Make the Creamy Sauce
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese, mixing until the sauce is smooth.
5. Combine & Serve
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
✔ Calories: ~480 kcal
✔ Protein: ~14g
This restaurant-quality pasta is creamy, garlicky, and bursting with flavor, making it an easy yet impressive meal! 🍽️✨
