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Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this Creamy Pasta Tomatoes and Spinach. Perfect for a cozy night in or a special dinner treat!
Creamy pasta with tomatoes and spinach is a dish that embodies the rich culinary traditions of Italy while also embracing modern tastes. This recipe beautifully combines the freshness of ripe tomatoes and vibrant spinach with the indulgent creaminess that pasta lovers crave. While pasta has been a staple in Italian cuisine for centuries, the addition of creamy sauces is a more recent evolution, popularized in the 20th century as global palates began to favor richer, more decadent dishes.
Tomatoes, originally from the Americas, were introduced to Europe in the 16th century and have since become a cornerstone of Italian cooking. Spinach, on the other hand, has been a favorite green across many cultures, prized for its nutritional value and versatility. Together, these ingredients create a dish that is not only delicious but also steeped in history and tradition. Whether you’re a fan of classic Italian cuisine or looking to try something new, creamy pasta with tomatoes and spinach offers a delightful blend of old-world charm and contemporary flavor.
Creamy Pasta Tomatoes and Spinach
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: Italian
Description
Your dinner just got an upgrade with this delicious Creamy Pasta Tomatoes and Spinach recipe!
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb of penne pasta
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp. Olive oil
- 14 oz. can chopped tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- A pinch of red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp salt and ground pepper
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tbsp. Tomato paste
- 2 oz. cream cheese
- 1/4 cup or a bit more of Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup pasta water to sauce
- 4 oz. fresh spinach
Instructions
- Bring the pot of water to a boil, add the pasta, and boil until cooked.
- While pasta is cooking, mix chopped onion, and minced garlic in a pan with olive oil.
- Cook this mixture for 3–4 minutes.
- Add the can of chopped tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and ground pepper.
- Then add the water, and tomato paste and combine until mixed through.
- Lower the heat and continue to add the cream cheese in pieces.
- Whisk until blended.
- Now add Parmesan cheese and blend.
- At this point, add pasta water to the sauce, as well as the fresh spinach.
- Lastly, add the pasta and toss until coated. Serve warm.
Equipment
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Created, Prepared, tried, and tested by Russ from SA Tasty Recipes – Saffas Daily Recipes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 377
- Sugar: 7.4 g
- Sodium: 459.6 mg
- Fat: 13.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53.8 g
- Fiber: 4.7 g
- Protein: 12.7 g
- Cholesterol: 17.9 mg
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Oh boy Esme’ I just checked my pantry and fridge and I have all the stuff to make this. I’m going to have to make this soon
Thanks bunches for sharing with Sweet Tea & Friends September Link up dear friend.
Hi dear Paula. Awesome, hope you enjoy it and please when you get a moment, come and let us know what you think of this delicious pasta dish. Have a great day.
Your Creamy Pasta Tomatoes and Spinach looks delicious and I can’t wait to try the recipe! I have featured your post on Full Plate Thursday, 711 this week. Thanks so much for sharing with us and hope you will come back soon!
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Thanks for your kind words and the honor of featuring this recipe. I already visited and thanks again for hosting, such an awesome linkup. Have a wonderful weekend.
This looks like such a delicious dinner idea!
Thanks for popping over, Joanne. Hope you will have fun preparing and enjoy it as well.
This sounds wonderful! I LOVE both tomatoes and spinach. I’ve got to try this! Pinning.
Thanks for sharing this post with us at the Will Blog for Comments #46 linkup! We hope to see you again at #47 sharing more posts, old or new.
Hi Jennifer, Thanks for dropping in and pinning. Hope you will enjoy it
I just finished reading a book about the history of tomatoes, which makes me appreciate them even more. I love combining them with spinach, and this recipe looks so easy.
Hi Aletha. I love tomatoes, but raw, not a huge fan of warm tomato, although I do enjoy this one.
I love a delicious alternative to marinara sauce and spaghetti. This recipe for creamy pasta tomatoes and spinach fits the bill. I’m pinning the recipe to try later. Thanks for sharing!
Hope you will enjoy this alternative and try it out. Please do let me know what you think once made. Above all, enjoy it Karen.
This Creamy Pasta with Tomatoes and Spinach looks delicious! 😋
Quick, easy, and perfect for busy nights.
Thanks for sharing, Esme!
Hope you will enjoy this one Veronica. Yes a super easy, delicious and tasty meal.