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Spaghetti with Spinach & Sun‑Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

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A creamy, tangy and comforting pasta dish featuring whole‑wheat spaghetti tossed with wilted fresh spinach and a rich sun‑dried tomato and sour cream sauce—with just a hint of red pepper heat, ready in about 20 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

4 cups fresh spinach leaves

8 oz whole‑wheat spaghetti

½ cup oil‑packed sun‑dried tomatoes, chopped, plus 1 Tbsp reserved oil

1 small red onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Salt and pepper, to taste

1 cup low‑sodium vegetable or chicken broth

½ cup sour cream

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 Tbsp butter 

Instructions

Place spinach in a colander in the sink. Cook spaghetti in a large pot until al dente (8‑10 minutes), then drain it over the spinach to wilt it with the hot pasta.

Meanwhile, heat 1 Tbsp of the reserved sun‑dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sun‑dried tomatoes; sauté for about 3 minutes until softened.

Stir in garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper; cook another minute.

Increase heat to medium‑high and pour in the broth; simmer until reduced by half (~2 minutes).

Stir in sour cream, Parmesan cheese and butter until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Add the spaghetti and wilted spinach to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce.

Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan or a squeeze of lemon juice and fresh herbs if desired.

  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main course