ACINI DE PEPE WITH SPINACH AND FETA

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Categories     Cheese     Pasta     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Feta     Spinach     Spring     Noodle     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 side-dish servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb acini di pepe or orzo (1 1/4 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 garlic cloves, minced (1 tablespoon)
1/4 teaspoon dried hot red pepper flakes
3 scallions, chopped
1 (10-oz) package chopped frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup crumbled feta (3 oz; preferably French)
Accompaniment: lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a 4- to 6-quart pot of boiling salted water , uncovered, stirring occasionally, until al dente, then drain well in a coarse-mesh sieve. Transfer to a bowl and keep warm, covered.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil and butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté garlic, red pepper flakes, and scallions, stirring occasionally, until garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Add spinach and cook, stirring, until heated through, about 4 minutes.
  • Toss pasta with spinach mixture and feta until combined. Season with salt and pepper.

Alicia Sasamba
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so simple, but it's always a crowd-pleaser.


WEENUKA LAKRUVAN
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I'm new to cooking, and this recipe was easy to follow. It turned out great!


Rodolfo Sanchez
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great option for a meatless meal.


King Seth
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Adithya Nair
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This is the perfect recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Jenny Rodriguez
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I made this for a dinner party, and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it.


Michael Kakudboz
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This dish was a hit with my whole family. Even my picky kids loved it!


Risvana Risvana
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I'm always looking for new pasta recipes, and this one definitely fit the bill. It was easy to make and very flavorful.


Tristian Dragomir
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I'm a vegetarian, and I love that this recipe is meat-free. It's a great way to get a healthy and satisfying meal.


Haroon khan Haroon nadan
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This is a great recipe for a light and healthy meal. The spinach and feta add a lot of nutrients, and the acini de pepe is a good source of fiber.


Gabby Jeter
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've made it with different types of pasta, and it's always delicious.


everlylilly
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This dish was so easy to make, and it tasted like it came from a restaurant. I'm definitely going to be making it again soon.


Asad Omari
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of spinach and feta in a pasta dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors worked really well together.


sabrina jendoubi
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Hesham uddin Hesham uddin
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover spinach and feta.


Umed Ali Parin
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This was a quick and easy weeknight meal. I used frozen spinach and crumbled feta, and it still turned out great. My family loved it!


Shanta Henderson
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I'm not usually a fan of acini de pepe, but this recipe changed my mind. The spinach and feta added a lot of flavor and made the dish much more enjoyable.


somrat likon
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This acini de pepe with spinach and feta was a delightful dish! The flavors of the spinach and feta complemented each other perfectly, and the acini de pepe was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.