Description
A delicious and creamy spaghetti dish featuring fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
- Toss the cooked spaghetti in the sauce until well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream.
- Feel free to add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg