Description
Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce a luxurious yet easy pasta dish made with tender noodles, wilted spinach, and a rich, tangy sun-dried tomato cream sauce that’s bursting with Mediterranean flavor.
Ingredients
12 oz (340g) spaghetti
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Extra Parmesan and basil, for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes to release their flavor.
5. Pour in heavy cream and broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Stir in Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
7. Add spinach and cook until just wilted.
8. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Add a splash of pasta water if needed for creaminess.
9. Top with extra Parmesan, basil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
10. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For a lighter version, use half-and-half or coconut cream.
Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Use penne or fettuccine instead of spaghetti for a heartier bite.
This dish reheats beautifully — just add a splash of milk or broth before warming.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: spaghetti with spinach, sun-dried tomato cream sauce, creamy pasta, Mediterranean pasta, vegetarian dinner