Printer Setup Pasta Primavera
A vibrant pasta dish with seasonal vegetables and a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. This italian-inspired pasta (vegetarian) ready in about 50 minutes pairs spaghetti, fresh spinach, asparagus spears 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 lb asparagus spears
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add 1 lb asparagus spears and 4 cups fresh spinach. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender and spinach is wilted.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese. Cook until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5 minutes.
- Step 5: Toss cooked spaghetti with the creamy vegetable mixture. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Printer Setup Pasta Primavera take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Printer Setup Pasta Primavera?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spaghetti from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Printer Setup Pasta Primavera?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Printer Setup Pasta Primavera for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Printer Setup Pasta Primavera vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★☆
Tasty recipe. I'd add a bit more seasoning next time.
