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A bowl of 5-minute creamy spinach pasta served in a gray dish, topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and vibrant 2 spinach leaves. A fork and spoon rest beside the dish, with block of Parmesan cheese nearby for decoration

5-minute creamy spinach pasta

Whip up a delicious and comforting 5-Minute Creamy Spinach Pasta that’s perfect for busy weeknights! This quick and easy recipe combines tender pasta, fresh spinach, rich cooking cream, garlic, and Parmesan cheese for a creamy, flavorful dish ready in minutes.
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 5 minutes
Course Recipe
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g any type of pasta cooked
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 clove garlic mashed
  • ¾ cup cooking cream
  • 2 cups spinach
  • Salt to taste
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese

Instructions
 

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook 200g of your favorite pasta according to the package instructions. Once it reaches your preferred tenderness, drain it and set it aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Let it bubble gently but don’t let it brown.
  • Add 1 mashed clove of garlic to the melted butter. Stir it for about 30 seconds until it releases a fragrant aroma.
  • Toss in 2 cups of spinach. Stir and let it wilt for about a minute. The leaves should shrink and turn bright green.
  • Reduce the heat slightly, then add 3/4 cup of cooking cream. Stir well to combine it with the buttery garlic mixture. Let it simmer gently for one minute until it thickens slightly.
  • Add a pinch of black pepper and salt to taste. Stir again so the seasoning spreads evenly.
  • Sprinkle in 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and creates a creamy, smooth sauce.
  • Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta gets fully coated in the creamy spinach sauce.
  • Plate your creamy spinach pasta immediately. For extra flavor, top it with a little more Parmesan and cracked black pepper.

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