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Creamy Spinach Pasta
15
min active
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4
servings
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25
min total
Tender pasta tossed in a light creamy spinach sauce, ready in under 25 minutes.
Avo's Tip
Add spinach in batches for even wilting.
No fresh spinach? Frozen spinach works — thaw completely and squeeze it very dry first.
No heavy cream? 2 tbsp cream cheese loosened with a splash of pasta water gives a tangy richness.
Different pasta? Any shape works here — this sauce coats everything well.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you start cooking.
Can I use frozen spinach?
Yes, thaw and squeeze dry.
Can I make it lighter?
Use half-and-half.
Does it freeze well?
Cream sauces are best fresh.
Storage & Reheating
Fridge: Store in container up to 3 days
Reheat: Reheat gently in the microwave add a dash of water to prevent dry pasta.
Why It Works
A quick cream sauce and fresh spinach come together fast.
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Ingredients
1
3 cups fresh spinach
2
2 cloves garlic
3
3/4 cup cream
4
Parmesan
5
12 oz pasta
Instructions
1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
2
While the pasta cooks, heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
3
Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
4
Add the fresh spinach in batches, stirring until each handful wilts before adding the next.
5
Add the drained pasta and toss to coat. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick. Stir in Parmesan, taste and adjust seasoning, and serve immediately.
Quick Fixes
Sauce too thick: Add pasta water a splash at a time while tossing over low heat.
Spinach turning yellow: Add it off heat or at the very last moment — just enough to wilt. Overcooking kills the color.
ingrediENTS
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1
3 cups fresh spinach
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2
2 cloves garlic
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3
3/4 cup cream
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4
Parmesan
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5
12 oz pasta
instructions
1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
2
While the pasta cooks, heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
3
Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
4
Add the fresh spinach in batches, stirring until each handful wilts before adding the next.
5
Add the drained pasta and toss to coat. Add a splash of reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick. Stir in Parmesan, taste and adjust seasoning, and serve immediately.
High comfort. Low effort. Designed for real weeknights.
RECIPE
Creamy Spinach Pasta
15
min active
·
25
min total
·
4
servings
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