Creamy Pesto Spinach Pasta
Indulge in a luscious blend of homemade pesto, sautéed spinach, and perfectly cooked cavatappi pasta, all smothered in a rich and creamy sauce. This unique pasta dish is bursting with flavors that will leave you craving for more. The combination of fresh ingredients and velvety texture makes it an irresistible choice for pasta lovers.
ingredients
- 12 oz cavatappi pasta
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup homemade or store-bought pesto
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
steps
- 1.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the cavatappi pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the spinach and sauté until wilted, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3.
Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream to the same skillet. Stir in the pesto and simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
- 4.
Add the pasta, sautéed spinach, and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss everything together until well coated in the creamy pesto sauce. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
- 5.
Toast the pine nuts in a small dry skillet over medium heat until lightly golden, about 3-4 minutes.
- 6.
Serve the creamy pesto spinach pasta in individual bowls, sprinkled with toasted pine nuts for added crunch. Enjoy!