Creamy Spinach Pasta
An easy and tasty meal that combines pasta with a smooth garlic and Parmesan sauce and fresh spinach, ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced fresh)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian)
- 1 cup half and half
- 3 teaspoons lemon juice
- 3/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 pound ziti rigati (or penne)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant and slightly browned.
- Whisk in flour and cook for about 2 minutes until it darkens slightly.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Then stir in the half and half.
- Add oregano, parsley, mustard powder, garlic powder, and lemon juice. Stir well and reduce heat to low.
- Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add spinach and let it wilt in the sauce.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra Parmesan and lemon wedges.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.