One-Pan Spinach Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan

Name: One-Pan Spinach Pasta with Garlic and Parmesan
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti; 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves, minced garlic; 1 cup fresh spinach; 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup pasta water; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

A quick weeknight dinner featuring tender pasta coated in a garlicky sauce with fresh spinach and melted Parmesan, all cooked in a single skillet.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

12 oz spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves, minced garlic
1 cup fresh spinach
1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup pasta water
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

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 1/4 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
Step 3: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet along with 1 cup fresh spinach and 1/4 cup reserved pasta water. Toss for 2 minutes until spinach wilts and sauce thickens.
Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss until cheese melts and coats every strand of pasta, then serve immediately.