Irresistible Delightful Pasta Dish for Valentine's Day
Impress your loved one with this creamy and colorful pasta dish, featuring garlic, cherry tomatoes, and spinach. Perfect for a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner that’s easy to make and full of love.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
- Colander
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cup spinach fresh
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1 – Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients. Mince garlic, halve cherry tomatoes, and wash spinach thoroughly.
- Step 2 – Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta for 8–10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 3 – Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Step 4 – Add Cherry Tomatoes: Add halved tomatoes and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and juicy.
- Step 5 – Add Spinach: Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Step 6 – Mix in Cream: Pour in heavy cream and let simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Step 7 – Combine Pasta and Cheese: Add pasta and Parmesan cheese. Toss well until evenly coated.
- Step 8 – Season and Serve: Add salt, pepper, and garnish with fresh basil. Serve warm with garlic bread or salad.
Notes
For a vegan version, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan. Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier version. Best served fresh, but can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.