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Spinach Artichoke Pasta
Spinach Artichoke Pasta combines penne with a rich, creamy sauce made from cream cheese, milk, mozzarella, and Parmesan, incorporating fresh spinach and marinated artichoke hearts. The sauce is seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, enveloping the pasta in a smooth, cheesy coating with tender vegetable bites. This dish offers a comforting, flavorful option that balances greens with a creamy texture.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
6
Calories:
474 kcal
Course:
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta uncooked, (2 cups dry
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 5 ounces spinach fresh, roughly chopped
- 1 cup artichoke hearts marinated, roughly chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 2 cups milk I used 2%
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese shredded
Instructions
- Start by cooking the pasta according to package instructions.
- While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. Add the olive oil to a large saucepan or Dutch oven and heat over medium heat.
- Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Add the artichoke hearts and cook for another minute.
- Add the cream cheese and stir until melted and there are no lumps.
- Stir int he garlic powder, salt and pepper. Add the milk and cook, stirring occasionally until it comes to a boil.
- Stir in the mozzarella cheese then add the pasta and mix until the pasta is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve while warm.
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Notes
- Penne is used here, but any pasta shape can be substituted; adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Non-dairy milk and vegan cheeses can replace dairy ingredients for dietary preferences.
- Adding protein such as grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas enhances dish substance.
- Save some pasta water before draining to adjust sauce thickness during mixing or reheating.
- Reheat leftovers gently, adding a little milk to restore creaminess if the sauce thickens.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
474kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
38g
(13%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
28g
(43%)
Saturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Trans Fat
0.1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
62mg
(21%)
Sodium
584mg
(24%)
Potassium
361mg
(8%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
7g
(14%)
Vitamin A
3851IU
(77%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
321mg
(32%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 474
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 474kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 28g | 43% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 584mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 361mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 3851IU | 77% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 321mg | 32% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.