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Spinach and Artichoke Pasta Recipe

Spinach and Artichoke Pasta Recipe

624kcal
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Prep 5 minutes
Cook 24 minutes
Total 29 minutes
I’ll show you a spinach and artichoke pasta recipe that uses pantry staples, fresh spinach, and tender artichokes to deliver big flavor with minimal fuss. This spinach and artichoke pasta recipe works for busy nights and delivers a creamy, satisfying meal.
Servings 6 Servings
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

Ingredients

  • 6 Tbsp butter dividedunsalted
  • 10 oz spinach fresh
  • 4 oz cream cheese cut into pieces (reduced fat is ok)
  • 1 cup sour cream "light" sour cream is ok 8 oz
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • 2 cans artichoke hearts 15 oz each quartered , well drained
  • 4 oz jalapeños drained (optional) diced
  • 1 cloves garlic pressed
  • 16 oz pasta penne pasta with 1 cup reserved pasta cooking liquid

Method

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  2. Cook the pasta according to package directions until it reaches your desired doneness.
  3. Drain the pasta, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
  4. Set the pasta aside.
Wilt the Spinach
  1. In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
  2. Once the butter is melted and hot, add the spinach.
  3. Cook, stirring frequently, until the spinach is just wilted, about 1 minute.
  4. Transfer the spinach to a colander and allow it to drain while preparing the sauce.
Make the Sauce
  1. Using the same pot, add the remaining 4 tablespoons butter, cream cheese, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until everything has melted together and the mixture begins to bubble.
  3. Add the Vegetables
  4. Stir in the drained artichokes and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
  5. Add the drained spinach, pressed garlic, and jalapeños, if using.
  6. Cook until everything is heated through.
Combine the Pasta
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.
  2. Stir in some of the reserved pasta water, if desired, until the sauce reaches your preferred consistency.
  3. The pasta water helps create a lighter, creamier sauce and keeps the pasta moist.

Nutrition

Serving1ServingCalories624kcalCarbohydrates66gProtein20gFat31gSaturated Fat18gPolyunsaturated Fat2gMonounsaturated Fat8gTrans Fat0.5gCholesterol83mgSodium766mgPotassium573mgFiber5gSugar6gVitamin A5607IUVitamin C36mgCalcium324mgIron3mg

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