One-Pan Garlic Spinach Pasta

A simple weeknight dinner featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a savory garlic and spinach sauce with Parmesan cheese. Ready in 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 cups, roughly chopped fresh spinach
• 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant — do not let garlic brown.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes until wilted and reduced in volume.
4. Step 4: Add drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese. Toss vigorously for 1 minute until cheese melts and sauce coats strands evenly, adding more pasta water if too dry.
5. Step 5: Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, then serve immediately.