Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta - The Bitter Side of Sweet

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Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta topped with cheese.

Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta

Creamy pasta made with tomato and spinach! Ready in less than 30 minutes.

Course Pasta

Cuisine Italian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 306kcal

Author Nancy Piran

Equipment

Stainless Steel Colander With Handle and Legs, Large Metal Green Strainer for Pasta, Spaghetti, Berry, Veggies, Fruits, Noodles, Salads, 5-quart 10.5” Kitchen Food Mesh Colander, Dishwasher Safe
Zulay 2 Pack (9" & 12") Tongs For Cooking With Silicone Tips - Stainless Steel Kitchen Tongs With Lock Mechanism - Non Stick Silicone Tongs For Cooking, Grill, BBQ, Serving & More (Silver- Aqua Sky)
MICHELANGELO Saucepan Set with Lid, Nonstick 1Qt & 2Qt Copper Sauce Pan Set with Lid, Small Pot with Lid, Ceramic Nonstick Saucepan Set, Small Sauce Pots, Copper Pot Set - 1Qt & 2Qt

Ingredients

1 pound short cut pasta like mini penne
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup yellow onion diced
3 cloves garlic
2 teaspoons salt
10 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
4 cups fresh spinach
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

Cook mini penne according to the package.
In the meantime, add olive oil, onions, garlic and salt to the pan. Cook on medium heat for 3 minutes.
Add tomatoes. Cook for another 3-5 minutes or until softened.
Add spinach to the pan. Cook on medium heat for 3 minutes or until wilted.
Pour in milk and allow to simmer for 2 minutes.
When penne is done, drain. Toss in penne, stir well.
Top with cheese.
Serve warm and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 306kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 1344mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g