One-Pan Cheesy Veggie Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes

Name: One-Pan Cheesy Veggie Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz penne pasta; 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes; 2 cups, fresh spinach; 1/2 cup, shredded mozzarella; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

A vibrant pasta toss with cherry tomatoes, spinach, and melted cheese in one skillet.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

8 oz penne pasta
1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
2 cups, fresh spinach
1/2 cup, shredded mozzarella
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook 8 oz penne for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and 2 cups fresh spinach. Cook 3 minutes until tomatoes soften. Stir in drained penne, 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp salt.
Step 4: Add 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella and toss until cheese melts and sauce coats pasta (about 2 minutes). Serve immediately.