Description

Creamy Spinach Pasta Sauce

Get your greens in the most delicious way possible with this rich, creamy spinach pasta sauce. Inspired by classic pesto, this version adds a luxurious touch with mascarpone. Blanching the spinach before cooking preserves its vibrant green color, making this dish not just tasty but also a feast for the eyes. Pair with wide pasta like tagliatelle or pappardelle for the best experience.

5 oz spinach, rinsed
3 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, chopped
½ cup basil, loosely packed
½ cup parsley, loosely packed
¼ cup pistachios, shelled
Juice of 1 lemon
½ cup mascarpone cheese
¾ cup Parmigiano-Reggiano, divided
12 oz tagliatelle
1 cup pasta cooking water
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Blanch spinach, sauté onion and garlic, cook pasta.
2. Blend spinach, herbs, pistachios, lemon, cheese, onion, garlic, and olive oil.
3. Mix sauce with pasta and serve.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Kcal: 693