Creamy Garlic Pasta with Spinach Irresistible Recipe

Ingredients

• 8 oz fettuccine pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Begin by cooking the fettuccine according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
3. Lower the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine with the garlic. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the chopped spinach to the skillet, allowing it to wilt into the creamy sauce. Stir frequently for about 2-3 minutes.
5. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (if using), stirring until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Toss the cooked fettuccine into the skillet, mixing everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
7. Remove from heat and serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves.