Jul 13 2026

& More Recipe

Inspired by Joe’s on Newbury
Time30m
Serves4

Make & More 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

Seasoning

Garnish

Method

Cooking Pasta

  1. 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

  1. 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.

  2. 3

    Add Tomatoes

    Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.

  3. 4

    Incorporate Spinach

    Add 2 cups of fresh spinach to the skillet. Stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.

  4. 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

  1. 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

  1. 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.

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