Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Spinach Pasta Delight

Ingredients

• 8 oz pasta of your choice (fusilli or penne)
• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed for extra flavor)
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 2 Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• to taste Salt and black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• for garnish Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Begin by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 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 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3. Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Then, add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
4. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for a couple of minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce, tossing everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
7. Once combined, remove from heat and serve immediately. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.