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Delicious Spinach Tomato Pasta

Delicious Spinach Tomato Pasta

A quick and easy pasta dish packed with spinach and tomatoes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound pasta (such as penne, fusilli, or rotini)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese plus more for serving
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional), for heat

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Pot
  • Colander

Method
 

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
    1 pound pasta
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Don't let it burn!
    2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cloves garlic
  3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, add spinach, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
    1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  4. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
    Salt and black pepper, Red pepper flakes
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  6. Add the cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
    1 pound pasta, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese. Enjoy your Delicious Spinach Tomato Pasta!
    1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese