Description
Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce is a delicious and creamy pasta dish that combines tender spaghetti, fresh spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes in a rich Parmesan-infused cream sauce. This quick and easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor, making it perfect for a cozy dinner at home or an impressive dish for guests. Customizable with various add-ins, it’s a versatile and satisfying meal everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340g) spaghetti
- 3 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed), chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup pasta water (reserved from cooked spaghetti)
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. Set the spaghetti aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes. Add the red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until it melts into the sauce. Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
- Toss the fresh spinach into the skillet and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, stir in the reserved pasta water a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Americans