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Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Pasta

A delightful dish that combines earthy spinach and tangy artichokes in a rich and creamy sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner or impressing guests.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 10 oz Linguine or Fettuccine Any long pasta of your choice

Sauce

  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • ½ cup Onion, finely chopped About ½ onion
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Milk Low-fat preferred
  • ¾ cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 handfuls Baby spinach leaves
  • 14 oz Artichoke hearts Drained and halved or quartered

Seasoning

  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste

Instructions

  • Step 1: Cook the Pasta - Begin by cooking your chosen pasta according to the package instructions. Season the water with a generous pinch of salt. Once the pasta is al dente, drain it and set it aside, reserving about a cup of the pasta cooking water.
  • Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics - In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and finely chopped onion. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  • Step 3: Create the Creamy Sauce - Pour the heavy cream and milk into the skillet, stirring to combine with the sautéed garlic and onion. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • Step 4: Add the Cheeses - Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the creamy mixture. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to your liking.
  • Step 5: Incorporate Spinach and Artichokes - Add the baby spinach leaves and the halved or quartered artichoke hearts into the skillet. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach has wilted down.
  • Step 6: Combine with Pasta - Finally, add the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce.
  • Step 7: Serve and Enjoy - Plate the pasta and garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked black pepper if desired.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Pot

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider using a combination of heavy cream and full-fat milk. Don’t skip freshly grated Parmesan—pre-grated cheese won’t melt as nicely.