Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

This spaghetti with spinach and sun-dried tomato cream sauce is the kind of dish that feels both effortless and indulgent. It comes together quickly, yet delivers layers of flavor that make it taste like something you’d order at a cozy neighborhood restaurant. Creamy, garlicky, and perfectly balanced, it’s ideal for weeknights when you want comfort without complication.

Sun-dried tomatoes are the backbone of the sauce, bringing a concentrated sweetness and tang that cuts through the richness of the cream. Paired with garlic and a touch of seasoning, they create a bold, savory base that coats the pasta beautifully.

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Fresh spinach is folded in at the end, wilting gently into the sauce while adding color and freshness. It lightens the dish just enough, making the creamy sauce feel balanced rather than heavy. Parmesan ties everything together with a salty, nutty finish.

This pasta is simple yet satisfying, perfect on its own or served alongside grilled chicken, shrimp, or crusty bread. It’s proof that a handful of quality ingredients can create something deeply comforting and crave-worthy.

Servings and Timing

  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 12 oz spaghetti
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced and drained
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Reserved pasta water, as needed

Instructions:

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