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Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
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Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce is a creamy and vibrant pasta dish that combines tender spinach, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this recipe delivers a harmonious blend of rich, fresh, and savory flavors in an easy-to-make, comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Pasta

  • 8 oz good-quality spaghetti

Vegetables

  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Dairy & Dairy Alternatives

  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for dairy-free option)

Oils & Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the spaghetti: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining to help adjust sauce consistency later.
  2. Sauté garlic and spinach: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Toss in fresh spinach and sauté until wilted but still bright green.
  3. Make the sun-dried tomato cream sauce: Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes directly to the skillet with spinach. Pour in heavy cream and simmer gently, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly and combines all the flavors beautifully.
  4. Combine pasta and sauce: Return the drained spaghetti to the skillet, tossing it with the cream sauce. If the sauce feels too thick, add the reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired texture is reached.
  5. Finish with Parmesan and seasoning: Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta, stir to melt, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use quality sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for richer flavor and easier blending into the sauce.
  • Don’t overcook the spinach; sauté just until wilted to preserve its fresh taste and nutritional value.
  • Reserve pasta water to loosen the sauce without diluting flavor.
  • Warm the cream gently to avoid curdling the sauce.
  • Always freshly grate Parmesan for best melting and flavor.

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Keywords: spaghetti, spinach, sun-dried tomato, cream sauce, easy pasta, vegetarian, gluten-free option, dairy-free option

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