JW MARRIOTT KITCHEN

 

Penne with Creamy Spinach Sauce (Penne con Salsa Cremosa agli Spinaci)

A healthy and satisfying Italian pasta dish with tender penne tossed in a luscious spinach cream sauce — simple, wholesome, and full of flavor.

 Ingredients

1. 400g penne pasta

2. Salted water for boiling

For the spinach cream sauce:

3. 200g fresh spinach leaves

4. 200ml heavy cream

5. 2 tbsp olive oil or butter

6. 2 garlic cloves, minced

7. 1 small onion, finely chopped

8. 50g Parmesan cheese, grated

9. Salt and pepper to taste

10. Nutmeg (optional, a pinch)

11. Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the pasta:
   
   Boil the penne in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a little pasta water.

2. Sauté the aromatics:
   
   In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter. Add chopped onion and garlic and sauté until soft and fragrant.

3. Cook the spinach:
   
   Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Let it cool slightly, then blend into a smooth purée (optional for a creamy texture).

4. Make the sauce:
   
   Return the spinach (or purée) to the pan. Stir in the cream and Parmesan. Let it simmer until thickened. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if using.

5. Combine with pasta:
   
   Toss the penne into the sauce and stir well to coat. Add a splash of pasta water if needed for consistency.

6. Serve:
   
   Garnish with more Parmesan and fresh herbs. Serve hot.

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💡 Cooking Tip

For added protein, mix in grilled chicken or sautéed mushrooms before serving.

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🔍 Nutrition (per serving – approx.)

• Calories: 510

• Protein: 17g

• Carbohydrates: 48g

• Fat: 28g

• Fiber: 4g

• Sodium: 720mg

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