Creamy Pasta In Spinach Sauce (Without Cream!)

Name: Creamy Pasta In Spinach Sauce (Without Cream!)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 6 oz. (~170g) dried pasta (see notes); 9 oz. (~250g) spinach (see notes); 2-3 stalks (~35g) scallions (spring onions); 2-3 cloves garlic; 1 oz. (~28g) cheese (see notes); 2 tablespoons pesto (see notes); 1 and ¼ cups water (see notes); ¼ teaspoon salt (see notes); 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon chopped black or green olives

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:10min

This recipe for pasta in spinach sauce is quick and easy to make. It has a smooth, creamy texture that works wonderfully with any type of pasta—dried or fresh, in any shape. You can choose fresh or frozen spinach, and steaming it keeps that gorgeous green color while locking in the nutrients.Also, be sure to check out my expert tips above to help you make the perfect sauce every time!

Updated at: Fri, 28 Feb 2025 14:11:16 GMT