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Creamy Spinach Pasta

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A comforting and delicious creamy spinach pasta perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Puree
  • 2 cups Whole Milk (or almond/oat milk)
  • 2 tablespoons Wheat Flour (or almond flour/cornstarch)
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (or cheddar/vegan cheese)
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly cracked black Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 3 minced Garlic Cloves
  • 1 Finely chopped Onion
  • 8 oz Pasta (pappardelle or fettuccine)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Spinach Puree: Wash and blanch spinach for 2-3 minutes, then blend until smooth.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  3. Make the Creamy Sauce: Add flour to the skillet, stir to form a roux, then whisk in milk and simmer until thickened.
  4. Add Spinach Puree and Cheese: Mix in spinach puree and cheese, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook the Pasta: Prepare pasta according to package instructions and reserve pasta water before draining.
  6. Combine and Serve: Toss pasta with sauce, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water as needed, and serve immediately.

Notes

For a creamier texture, you may stir in a splash of heavy cream or cream cheese. You can also add protein like grilled chicken or shrimp for variations.

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Keywords: spinach pasta, creamy pasta, vegetarian pasta, easy dinner recipe

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