Second Course Recipe
Make Second Course 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
Optional Ingredients
Method
Cooking Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Cook Pasta
Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes for al dente.
- 3
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, reserve about 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
- 4
- 5
Add Tomatoes
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- 6
Add Spinach
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the drained pasta to the pot with the sauce. Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- 8
Season the Dish
Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss again to mix well.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Dish
Serve the pasta in bowls, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil if desired.
- 10
Enjoy
Enjoy your delicious second course pasta dish!