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One-Pot Spinach Tomato Pasta

One-Pot Spinach Tomato Pasta: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

This One-Pot Spinach Tomato Pasta is a quick, creamy dinner packed with spinach and tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Penne Pasta Rigatoni or fusilli can be used as alternatives.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Sun-Dried Tomato Oil Olive oil can be substituted.
  • 1 Onion Yellow or white onions are ideal.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Use fresh garlic for best results.
  • 1/3 cup Chopped Sun-Dried Tomatoes Fresh tomatoes can be a substitute or omitted.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste More diced tomatoes can be used as needed.
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Half-and-half or plant-based alternatives work well.
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Fresh Black Pepper Use to taste.
  • Red Chili Flakes Adjust according to heat preference.
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Don’t skip for optimal flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Offers a fragrant burst of freshness.
Optional Add-Ins
  • Grilled Chicken or Shrimp Adds extra protein.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Directions
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat for about a minute.
  2. Sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until golden and tender, then add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes for another 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for about 2 minutes until aromatic.
  4. Pour in the chicken stock and scrape the pot's bottom, simmering for 2 minutes.
  5. Add heavy whipping cream, kosher salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes, simmering for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Toss in penne pasta and cover, cooking for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Fold in fresh spinach and basil, stirring for 1-2 minutes until spinach wilts, then add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
  8. Serve warm, optionally topping with grilled chicken or shrimp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prep sauce ingredients in advance to save time. Reheat with a splash of stock or water to maintain creaminess.

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