Ingredients
– 8 ounces pasta (penne or rotini works well)
– 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
– 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
– 1 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 cup milk
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Spinach and Artichoke Dip Pasta is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Cook Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3. Make the Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the cream cheese, mixing until melted and smooth. Gradually add the milk, stirring continuously until the mixture is creamy.
4. Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese, allowing them to melt into the sauce.
5. Incorporate Spinach and Artichokes: Add the thawed spinach and chopped artichoke hearts to the sauce. Mix well to combine.
6. Season: Add the onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the sauce. Stir until well blended.
7. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing it in the sauce until well coated.
8. Heat Through: Allow the pasta to cook in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
9. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible pasta dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 15g