Ingredients
In our family, cooking was always about making the most of what you had, so feel free to adapt this recipe with your favorite ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 12 ounces of spaghetti or your favorite pasta
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for a bit of heat
Substitution ideas: You can use whole wheat pasta for a healthier twist, or add some cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
Instructions
Cooking is an adventure, and I hope you enjoy the journey with this recipe. Here’s how you can create this flavorful dish:
- Bring 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.
- While the pasta is cooking, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they start to soften and release their juices.
- Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the garlic butter sauce.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss again to mix everything evenly.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International