Kids 12 & Under Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Add-ons
Method
Cooking the Pasta
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 quarts of water to a rolling boil.
Cook Pasta
Add 2 cups of whole wheat pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes.
Drain Pasta
Once cooked, drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
Sauté Vegetables
Add 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and sauté for about 3 minutes until they start to soften.
Add Spinach
Stir in 2 cups of fresh spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted.
Season
Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Stir well to combine.
Combining Ingredients
Mix with Pasta
Add the drained pasta back into the pot with the sautéed vegetables and toss everything together.
Add Cheese
Sprinkle in 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted and evenly distributed.
Optional Add-ons
If desired, add 1 cup of cooked chicken breast, 0.5 cup of sliced olives, or 0.5 cup of chopped bell peppers. Toss to combine.
Serving
Plate the Dish
Serve the pasta warm in bowls, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
Enjoy!
Let the kids dig in and enjoy their healthy pasta dish!
