Spaghetti with Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce
Bring a touch of Italian comfort to your table with this creamy, flavorful pasta dish. The combination of tender spaghetti, fresh spinach, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes all coated in a rich cream sauce makes it a quick yet elegant meal for any day of the week.
Ingredients
8 oz (225 g) spaghetti
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta: Boil spaghetti in salted water following the package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside.
2. Sauté the garlic: In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
3. Add the vegetables: Toss in the spinach and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Stir and cook until the spinach softens and wilts.
4. Make the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and sprinkle in the Parmesan cheese. Stir gently until the sauce is smooth and warmed through.
5. Combine: Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing everything together until the pasta is evenly coated in the creamy sauce.
6. Season and serve: Taste and adjust with salt and black pepper. Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
Recipe Notes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
This creamy spaghetti is perfect on its own but can also be paired with grilled chicken, shrimp, or crusty bread for a heartier meal.
