Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta, a quick and satisfying dish that brings fresh ingredients together for a rich, savory experience. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this meal can be prepared in under 30 minutes. With a creamy texture from milk and a burst of freshness from cherry tomatoes and spinach, it’s bound to become a family favorite. This versatile recipe allows you to easily customize it with your choice of protein or vegetables, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound short-cut pasta (like mini penne)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 10 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions in boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté onions, garlic, and salt until onions are translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet; cook until softened (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in spinach; cook until wilted (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in milk and let simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with sauce in the skillet; toss well.
- Serve topped with grated parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 25mg