& More Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Seasoning
Garnish
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil the Pasta
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add 2 cups of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
- 2
Sauté Garlic
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- 3
Add Tomatoes
Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- 4
Incorporate Spinach
Add 2 cups of fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Season the Sauce
Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Combining Ingredients
- 6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
Garnishing
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 0.5 cup of chopped fresh basil, and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest. Toss gently and serve warm.