Description
Indulge in a creamy and flavorful pasta dish with this Spaghetti and Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce recipe. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a rich cream sauce creates a delicious Italian-inspired meal that is perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Spaghetti:
- 12 oz spaghetti
Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (drained and chopped)
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Spaghetti: Boil spaghetti until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Sauté garlic and red pepper flakes in olive oil. Add sun-dried tomatoes, broth, cream, and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
- Add Spinach: Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Combine: Toss cooked spaghetti with sauce, season, and serve garnished with basil.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Whole wheat pasta can be substituted for added fiber.
- Enhance with grilled chicken or sautéed mushrooms for extra protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
