Jul 14 2026
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Alexis' Pasta Recipe

Inspired by Mark's City Grill
Time30m
Serves4

Fresh seasonal veggies in white wine tomato basil sauce *Add chicken +6 *Add shrimp +6

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 5-7 minutes until tender.

  3. 3

    Add Spinach

    Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Making the Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Pour in the white wine, canned crushed tomatoes, chopped basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Finishing Touches

  1. 5

    Combine Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and vegetables. Toss to combine and heat through for 2-3 minutes.

  2. 6

    Cook Protein (Optional)

    If adding chicken, in a separate pan, cook sliced chicken breast over medium heat until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. For shrimp, cook in the same manner, about 3-4 minutes until pink. Add to the pasta if desired.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.

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