Creamy Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Creamy Whole-Wheat Spaghetti with Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients:

  • 5 ounces baby spinach, coarsely chopped
  • 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti
  • ½ cup slivered oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, plus 1 tablespoon oil from the jar
  • ½ cup halved and thinly sliced onion
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Directions:

  1. Place spinach in a large colander in the sink.
  2. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil over high heat.
  3. Add spaghetti and cook according to package directions.
  4. Drain the pasta over the spinach to wilt it.
  5. Meanwhile, heat sun-dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  6. Add onion and sun-dried tomatoes; cook, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes.
  7. Add garlic, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
  8. Increase heat to medium-high and add broth; cook, stirring, until reduced by about half, about 2 minutes.
  9. Stir in sour cream, Parmesan, and butter.
  10. Add the spaghetti and spinach; toss to coat well.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings