Description
This simple and delicious one-pot recipe combines the heartiness of penne pasta with the freshness of spinach and tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and Italian seasoning.
- Bring to a boil then add the penne pasta.
- Reduce to a simmer and cook until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Add the fresh spinach, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Stir until the spinach is wilted and everything is well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
To save time, prepare your ingredients while the pasta cooks. For added spice, include red pepper flakes. You can also swap penne for any preferred pasta and add proteins like chicken or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg