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Spaghetti and Spinach with Sun Dried Tomato Cream Sauce


  • Author: Sara McKenney
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Spaghetti combines rich heavy cream, savory garlic, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes with fresh spinach to create a perfectly balanced pasta dish. It’s quick, flavorful, and comforting—ideal for weeknights or cozy dinners.


Ingredients

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (preferably oil-packed), chopped
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 cup reserved pasta water

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti until al dente according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  4. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Add the cooked spaghetti and toss with the sauce. Stir in reserved pasta water gradually until the sauce reaches desired consistency.
  7. Add Parmesan cheese, if using, and stir until melted.
  8. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a light side salad.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes