creamy spinach pasta gratin

30 Pinches
worcester, MA
Updated on Mar 31, 2014

A healthy pasta dish w/ spinach in a light cream sauce.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound penne pasta, i used dreamfields pasta, ( less carbs.)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 6 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1/4 teaspoon each, salt and pepper
  • 1 cup light cream
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

How To Make creamy spinach pasta gratin

  • Step 1
    Heat oven to 375. Spray a 9" x 13" casserole dish w/ cooking spray. Make pasta as directed, drain. Heat oil in lg skillet over med-low heat. Add garlic and pepper flakes.
  • Step 2
    Cook, stirring for 1 min. Add spinach. Cook, stirring until it starts to wilt. Season w/ salt and pepper. Stir into pasta.
  • Step 3
    Spoon into casserole dish. Pour cream over all ingredients. Sprinkle w/ parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered for 30 mins.

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