Jul 14 2026

Kids Meal 2 Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Kids Meal 2 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

Seasonings

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to the water.

  2. 2

    Cook Pasta

    Once the water is boiling, add the whole wheat pasta. Cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes or until al dente.

  3. 3

    Drain Pasta

    Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.

Prepare Sauce

  1. 4

    Sauté Garlic

    In the same pot, add olive oil and heat over medium heat. Once hot, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 5

    Add Vegetables

    Add cherry tomatoes and fresh spinach to the pot. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes soften and the spinach wilts.

  3. 6

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the drained pasta back into the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Stir well to combine.

Seasoning and Serving

  1. 7

    Season the Dish

    Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and Italian herbs. Mix well to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.

  2. 8

    Serve

    Serve the pasta in bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

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