This month I have shared my recipe for Fettuccine and Spinach. This side dish is quick and easy and a great way to use up leftover pasta. You can serve it with chicken, pork, fish, or just about any entree! My entire family (including Thing 2!) loved it.
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Fettuccine and Spinach
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Fettuccine and Spinach
Quick and easy side dish with the classic flavor combo of olive oil, garlic, and parmesan!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chunky garlic paste (or use finely minced garlic)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 10 ounces fresh spinach (1 package)
- leftover pasta (approximately ¼ to ⅓ of the 16 ounce box)
- grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil, garlic, and salt in a large skillet over medium-high heat until combined.1 ½ tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon chunky garlic paste, ½ teaspoon salt
- Add the spinach and saute until the leaves start to wilt, approximately 3-4 minutes.10 ounces fresh spinach
- Add the pasta and toss to combine.leftover pasta
- Reduce heat to low, cover and cook until hot (about 4 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Serve topped with parmesan cheese, if desired.grated parmesan cheese
Nutrition
Calories: 68kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 347mg | Potassium: 410mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 6645IU | Vitamin C: 21.1mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.
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Maggie at The Love Nerds
Spinach is such an easy way to add nutrients to a meal! I can't wait to give this recipe a try!
Michele @ Flavor Mosaic
I love fettuccine and spinach. It is pure comfort food. So easy and delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Joanne T Ferguson
G'day! love the ease and simplicity! YUM!
Cheers! Joanne
Stephanie Pass
I've got a bag of spinach just asking me what to do with it. This would be perfect!
Chelsea @ Gal on a Mission
Heading on over to check out this recipe! Looks yummy.
Sandra
I know what I am doing with my leftover spinach!
Jersey Girl Cooks
Heading on over. It looks delish!