Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan Spinach
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan Spinach—a quick and flavorful dish that comes together in just 25 minutes! Perfectly al dente spaghetti is tossed in a velvety Parmesan sauce, created effortlessly with reserved pasta water, and infused with the bold flavors of garlic and a hint of red pepper flakes. Fresh spinach adds a boost of vibrant color and nutrition, while the dish is seasoned to perfection with freshly ground black pepper and a sprinkle of salt. This comforting and easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy nights yet sophisticated enough for casual entertaining. Serve it with an extra dusting of Parmesan for a restaurant-quality touch in the comfort of your home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups fresh spinach, washed and stems removed
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup pasta water (reserved from cooking)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring frequently, until wilted. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper over the spinach. Stir to combine.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the spinach and garlic. Toss to combine the ingredients thoroughly.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and pour in about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together over low heat, allowing the cheese to melt and create a silky sauce. Add more pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, if needed to achieve your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if necessary.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan Spinach!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.6 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.9 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 4017 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.1 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 64.1 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1296 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2250 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
