Description
Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Pasta is a delightful dish that perfectly combines the richness of cream cheese with the vibrant flavors of fresh spinach and tangy artichokes. This indulgent pasta is quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions. Each bite, enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce, is sure to impress your family and friends, leaving them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in spinach until wilted, approximately 2 minutes.
- Lower heat and mix in cream cheese until melted. Gradually stir in heavy cream until combined.
- Add artichokes, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes; mix until well combined.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with sauce; use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 330g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg