Linguini With Creamy Spinach Recipe
Overview:
Linguini with Creamy Spinach is a delightful dish that serves as a fantastic meatless main course or a flavorful side dish. Adopted from Recipezaar back in August 2006, this recipe has been a family favorite ever since. With a minor tweak by adding garlic, this dish gets a boost in flavor, making it a standout on any dining table. 🍽️
Ingredients:
Here’s what you’ll need for this sumptuous dish:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Fresh spinach |
| 2 | Butter |
| 3 | Green onions |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| 3/4 | Linguine |
| 5 | Cream cheese |
| 2 | Fresh parsley |
| 3/4 | Salt |
| 1/4 | Parmesan cheese |
| 1/2 | Fresh ground black pepper |
Instructions:
Follow these simple steps to whip up this delectable Linguini with Creamy Spinach:
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Prepare the Spinach:
- Start by removing any tough stems from the fresh spinach.
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Saute the Aromatics:
- In a large frying pan, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the green onions and garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Wilt the Spinach:
- Toss in the fresh spinach and salt, stirring until the spinach wilts.
- Allow it to simmer until the liquid evaporates, approximately 5 minutes.
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Cook the Linguine:
- Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling water, cook the linguine according to package directions.
- Remember to reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Drain the linguine and toss it with 3/4 cup of the reserved pasta water, along with the spinach mixture, cream cheese, parsley, and ground pepper.
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Adjust Consistency:
- If the sauce appears too thick, incorporate the remaining reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Alternatively, discard the excess pasta water if the sauce is already at the desired thickness.
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Season to Taste:
- Finally, season with salt to taste and serve hot.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 541.7
- Fat Content: 21.4g
- Saturated Fat: 11.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 59.8mg
- Sodium Content: 766.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 70g
- Fiber: 4.9g
- Sugar: 4.1g
- Protein Content: 18.3g
Enjoy the rich flavors and creamy texture of this Linguini with Creamy Spinach dish, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal that will surely please everyone at the table! 🍝
