Get ready to transform your ordinary dinner into an extraordinary culinary experience with this mind-blowing Creamy Spinach Artichoke Sundried Tomato Pasta! Imagine a dish that combines the richness of creamy Parmesan sauce, the earthy depth of spinach and artichokes, and the tangy burst of sundried tomatoes - all perfectly coating al dente pasta. This isn't just another recipe; it's a restaurant-quality meal you can create in your own kitchen in just 30 minutes!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- 1 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
- 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Fill a large pot with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Add pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Finely chop spinach, artichoke hearts, and sundried tomatoes. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer gently. Do not let it boil.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and well incorporated.
- Add chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, and sundried tomatoes to the cream sauce. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the creamy sauce.
- Toss pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to allow pasta to absorb the sauce flavors.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Tips
- Always salt your pasta water generously - it's your first chance to add flavor to the dish.
- Reserve some pasta water before draining; its starchy magic helps create a silky, clingy sauce.
- Keep the cream sauce on low heat to prevent curdling and ensure a smooth, luxurious texture.
- Chop vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking and distribution of flavors.
- For an extra flavor boost, lightly toast the sundried tomatoes in the pan before adding to the sauce.
- If the sauce seems too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water to achieve the perfect consistency.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature - creamy pasta waits for no one!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 550kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 22g
Cholesterol: 120mg
