Jul 14 2026
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Artxonino's Taverna Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Artxonino's Taverna Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Cooking the Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Cook Pasta

    Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

Preparing the Sauce

  1. 3

    Heat Olive Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 4

    Sauté Garlic

    Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Add Tomatoes

    Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.

  4. 6

    Add Spinach

    Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 7

    Mix Pasta with Sauce

    Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the tomato and spinach mixture. Toss to combine.

  2. 8

    Add Cheese and Seasonings

    Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt, black pepper, and basil. If desired, add red pepper flakes for heat.

  3. 9

    Adjust Consistency

    If the pasta seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is achieved.

Serving

  1. 10

    Plate the Dish

    Serve the pasta hot, garnished with toasted pine nuts and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

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