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A plate of creamy Tuscan pasta, rich with sauce and ingredients

Creamy Tuscan Pasta

This creamy Tuscan pasta recipe is a delightful and easy-to-make dish, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It features tender pasta enveloped in a rich, flavorful sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cups Fresh spinach
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes, allowing it to slightly thicken.
  3. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, cooking until the spinach wilts.
  4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with Parmesan cheese, and toss to combine; if needed, use some reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately.

Notes

Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a more substantial meal. Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes for desired spiciness. Fresh basil can be added for extra flavor.