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Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

A quick and creamy spaghetti dish with wilted spinach and bold sun-dried tomatoes, ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups fresh spinach
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook spaghetti in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water and drain.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  3. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook briefly.
  4. Stir in cream and simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
  6. Toss spaghetti with sauce, adding pasta water if needed.
  7. Finish with Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Serve warm.

Notes

Add red pepper flakes for heat or protein for a heartier meal.