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Parmesan Spinach Pasta

Creamy Parmesan Spinach Pasta Ready in 30 Minutes

This Creamy Parmesan Spinach Pasta is a quick, delicious dish that combines garlic and Parmesan with vibrant spinach, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Ziti or penne or fusilli for variation
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Flour opt for gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 cups Chicken Stock or vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Half and Half or milk for a lower-calorie option
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 cup Parmesan or nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative
For the Greens
  • 4 cups Spinach baby spinach preferred
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano adjust according to preference
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder use sparingly
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes for a spicy kick

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • Grater
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook ziti according to package instructions until al dente, about 10 minutes.
  2. Mince garlic and grate Parmesan cheese; set aside.
  3. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in flour over the garlic-butter mixture and cook for about 2 minutes until bubbly.
  5. Slowly whisk in chicken stock and half and half, simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Add lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  7. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese over low heat until melted.
  8. Add spinach to the sauce and stir until it wilts.
  9. Combine drained ziti with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
  10. Serve warm, enjoying with a side salad or garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months and reheat gently with added chicken stock.

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