Creamy Spinach and Garlic Pasta with Parmesan

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-25 · Updated 2026-03-25

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A rich and comforting pasta dish made with sautéed garlic, fresh spinach, and a velvety Parmesan-cream sauce. This Italian-inspired pasta recipe (dairy-free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs pasta, spinach, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Italian cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz pasta
2 cups fresh, chopped spinach
4 cloves, minced garlic
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
Step 2: In a large skillet, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Step 3: Pour in heavy cream and stir until heated through. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and sauce thickens. Add cooked pasta and 1/4 cup pasta water; toss until sauce coats the pasta. Season with salt and pepper.