Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta with Pine Nuts

Name: Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta with Pine Nuts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz spaghetti; 3 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves, minced garlic; 1/4 cup, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 3 cups fresh spinach; 1/4 cup, toasted pine nuts; 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese; to taste salt; to taste black pepper

A vibrant pasta dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and toasted pine nuts for nutty depth.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Pasta

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

8 oz spaghetti
3 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup, drained and chopped sun-dried tomatoes
3 cups fresh spinach
1/4 cup, toasted pine nuts
1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente; drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 3: Stir in 3 cups fresh spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
Step 4: Add drained spaghetti and 2 tbsp reserved pasta water to skillet, tossing to coat. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce coats pasta.
Step 5: Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then top with toasted pine nuts.