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Creamy One-Pot Garlic Butter Pasta with Spinach

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A quick and easy one-pot pasta dish featuring a creamy garlic butter sauce with fresh spinach, perfect for a comforting and fuss-free dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) uncooked pasta (linguine, fettuccine, penne, or rotini)
  • 4 tbsp (56 g) unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 4 cups (about 120 g) fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
  • 3 cups (720 ml) chicken or vegetable broth, low-sodium
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 tsp optional red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients (5 minutes): Mince garlic, rinse and chop spinach, measure pasta and broth.
  2. Melt Butter and Sauté Garlic (3-4 minutes): In a large deep skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook gently until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add Pasta and Broth (10-12 minutes): Add dry pasta and broth to the skillet. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a gentle boil. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure pasta is mostly submerged. Add more broth or water if liquid evaporates too quickly.
  4. Add Spinach (2 minutes): When pasta is almost tender (al dente), stir in fresh spinach. Cook for 2 minutes until wilted and incorporated.
  5. Finish with Parmesan and Seasoning (2-3 minutes): Remove from heat. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Add fresh lemon juice and mix well.
  6. Serve Immediately: Spoon pasta into bowls and garnish with extra Parmesan or black pepper if desired.

Notes

Cook garlic gently on medium-low heat to avoid bitterness. Stir pasta gently and occasionally to prevent sticking and breaking noodles. Use room temperature or warm broth for even cooking. Add more broth or water if liquid evaporates too quickly. Use fresh Parmesan for best flavor and melt. Add spinach late to avoid watery sauce and dull color.

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Keywords: one-pot pasta, garlic butter pasta, creamy pasta, spinach pasta, quick dinner, easy pasta recipe, comfort food

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