Deluca Special Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the Pasta

   In a large pot of boiling salted water, add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically about 8-10 minutes.

2. 2

   Prepare the Sauce

   While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add Tomatoes and Spinach

   Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften. Then, add the spinach leaves and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted.

4. 4

   Combine Ingredients

   Once the pasta is done, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the tomato and spinach mixture. Toss to combine.

5. 5

   Finish the Dish

   Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the pasta. If the mixture seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.

6. 6

   Add Fresh Basil

   Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil to enhance flavor.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve the DeLuca Special hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.