Description
This dish is your creamy comfort answer to weeknight dinner woes. Packed with flavor and ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a quick dinner idea that doesn’t skimp on taste. Think of it as one of those food ideas that hits the sweet spot between indulgent and easy. Whether you’re meal-prepping or serving it up fresh, this recipe checks all the boxes: quick, flavorful, creamy, and veggie-packed.
With savory garlic, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce, it’s one of the easiest dinner ideas to satisfy everyone at the table. Add it to your weeknight rotation, and you’ve got a reliable, delicious solution that feels gourmet without the stress.
Ingredients
12 oz spaghetti
1 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups fresh spinach leaves
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), chopped
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ cup reserved pasta water
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to boil and cook spaghetti until al dente. Reserve ¼ cup pasta water. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes; cook 1-2 minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted.
- Pour in cream, add Parmesan, seasoning, and red pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Add cooked pasta and reserved water. Toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner