Savory Creamed Spinach Pasta Simple and Tasty Dish

Ingredients

• 8 oz fettuccine or your favorite pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups fresh spinach (or 2 cups frozen spinach, thawed)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
• to taste salt and pepper
• 0.25 cup toasted pine nuts (for garnish)
• to taste fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. If using fresh spinach, add it to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. If using frozen spinach, add it to the skillet and cook until heated through. Stir well to combine with the garlic.
4. Reduce the heat to low, pour in the heavy cream, and stir to coat the spinach. Allow it to simmer gently for about 3 minutes.
5. Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until a creamy consistency is achieved.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy spinach sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to warm through.
7. Plate the pasta in bowls and garnish with toasted pine nuts and fresh basil leaves.