Ultimate Spaghetti Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
Indulge in the creamy delight of Ultimate Spaghetti Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce—a comforting dish that’s sure to impress at any gathering or cozy dinner. This vibrant and flavorful recipe combines fresh spinach and tangy sun-dried tomatoes in a rich cream sauce, creating a perfect harmony of taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Spaghetti (whole wheat or gluten-free)
- Fresh spinach (baby spinach)
- Sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil or dry)
- Heavy cream (or coconut cream)
- Fresh garlic
- Olive oil
- Nutritional yeast or Parmesan cheese for garnishing
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and combine well.
- Pour in heavy cream, bringing it to a gentle simmer; stir in grated cheese until melted.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet, mixing well with the sauce; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional cheese and freshly cracked black pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate - approx. 250g
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg