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One-Pot Spinach Tomato Pasta Recipe

One-Pot Spinach Tomato Pasta Recipe
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This One-Pot Spinach Tomato Pasta is a delicious and creamy dish that comes together quickly in just one pot, making cleanup a breeze. The combination of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and a silky smooth sauce makes this pasta a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Pasta:

  • 14 ounces penne pasta

Sauce:

  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 4 to 5 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil, chopped
  • 1/2 cup freshly shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon sun-dried tomato oil
  • 1/3 cup tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Sauté the Vegetables – Heat sun-dried tomato oil in a pot, sauté onion until brown, add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, cook briefly, then stir in tomato paste.
  2. Step 2: Build the Sauce – Deglaze with chicken stock, add cream, season with pepper, salt, and chili flakes.
  3. Step 3: Cook the Pasta – Add penne, cook for about 10 minutes until 75% done.
  4. Step 4: Add Vegetables and Complete Cooking – Add spinach and basil, adjust liquid if needed, melt in parmesan.
  5. Step 5: Finalize and Serve – Mix until creamy, serve in bowls, optionally top with grilled chicken.

Notes

  • Save a cup of pasta water before draining for sauce consistency.
  • Don’t add cold cream directly to the hot pan to prevent curdling.
  • Add fresh spinach at the end to preserve color and nutrients.
  • Sauté garlic and onions slowly for best flavor development.

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