Creamy Tomato Tuscan Pasta (Print Version)

Creamy tomato sauce meets spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan for delicious Tuscan pasta.

# What You'll Need:

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01 - 8 ounces penne pasta
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup heavy cream
05 - 1 cup tomato sauce
06 - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, sliced
07 - 2 cups baby spinach
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook penne according to package directions until al dente. Drain and reserve.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
03 - Pour in tomato sauce and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
04 - Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and baby spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.
05 - Add drained penne to the skillet. Toss gently to coat pasta evenly in the sauce. Season with salt and black pepper.
06 - Remove from heat and sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the pasta. Serve immediately.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Quick prep and cook time for busy evenings
  • Rich but lightened-up sauce that will satisfy cravings
  • Flexible for vegetarians or adding in chicken or shrimp
02 -
  • High in lycopene from tomatoes which supports heart health
  • Vegetarian friendly and easy to make gluten free
  • Can be meal prepped for up to three days in advance
03 -
  • Use room temperature cream to prevent curdling
  • Toss the pasta in immediately so it absorbs maximum flavor
  • Do not skimp on the parmesan as this is where the umami comes together at the end
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