Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Tomato Spinach One Pot Pasta, a simple yet delicious dish that brings together tender pasta, fresh spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes in a creamy sauce. This one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings, offering a visually stunning presentation that will impress your guests. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s the ultimate comfort food that warms both your belly and your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your kitchen counter.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and halved cherry tomatoes; sauté for about 5 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Pour in the penne pasta and vegetable broth; stir well and bring to a boil.
- Once the pasta is al dente (about 10 minutes), add fresh spinach and stir until wilted (approximately 2 minutes).
- Lower the heat and mix in cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg