Best 10 Pork And Spinach Over Pasta Recipes

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Pork and spinach over pasta is a hearty and delicious dish that can be prepared in a variety of ways. The combination of protein-packed pork and nutrient-rich spinach provides a well-rounded meal, while the pasta adds a filling and satisfying element. With the right recipe and cooking techniques, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that will please the whole family. The key to a successful pork and spinach over pasta meal lies in selecting the right ingredients and combining them in the right proportions.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SPINACH AND PORK TENDERLOIN PASTA TOSS



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Here's our tried-and-true way of making new spinach lovers: Serve it up in a pasta with pork tenderloin and a rich, creamy sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 oz. rotini pasta, uncooked (2 cups dry)
1 cup chopped onion
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) chicken broth
1 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1 lb. pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 bag (6 oz.) baby spinach
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package; keep warm. Lightly spray large skillet with cooking spray; heat on medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 5 to 7 min. or until softened. Add cream cheese, broth, mustard and pepper; cook until heated through.
  • Add pork; cover. Reduce heat to low; cook 10 to 12 min. or until pork is cooked through.
  • Drain pasta. Immediately add to skillet along with spinach. Toss until spinach is wilted.Serve topped with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 680 mg, Carbohydrate 39 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 5 g, Protein 36 g

PORK- SPINACH PASTA TOSS



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A light yet filling meal ready in less than 30 minutes. I found this online and tweaked it to fit our diets.

Provided by ValkyrieQueen

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb spaghetti, whole wheat
1/4 cup vinaigrette dressing, balsamic
1 lb pork, tenderloin, cut into bite sized pieces
1 cup onion, red, chopped
3 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups tomatoes, cherry, halved
1/3 cup chicken broth, low sodium
10 ounces spinach, leaves
1 cup cheese, Italian blend

Steps:

  • Boil pasta.
  • Heat 2 Tbs of vinaigrette, add pork and brown.
  • Add broth and remaining vinaigrette.
  • Add onions, cook until glossy.
  • Add spinach, cover to wilt.
  • Add tomatoes, cook until warmed.
  • Drain and toss in pasta, add 1/2 cup cheese and mix lightly.
  • Plate adding remaining cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 673.2, Fat 27.1, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 115.5, Sodium 468, Carbohydrate 56.7, Fiber 4.9, Sugar 5.3, Protein 50

PORK, SPINACH, AND RICOTTA MANICOTTI



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 33

Extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
Kosher salt
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
3 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped
1 pound bulk fennel pork sausage
1 pound baby spinach, washed and cut into 1-inch lengths
2 cups ricotta cheese
1 1/2 cups grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus extra for serving
2 eggs
Bechamel Sauce, recipe follows
1/2 recipe Basic Tomato Sauce, recipe follows
1 recipe Basic Crepes, recipe follows
3 tablespoons butter
1/2 small white onion, cut into 1/2-inch dice
Kosher salt
3 heaping tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 quart milk
Pinch grated nutmeg
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 pound diced pancetta
2 large Spanish onions, cut into 1/4-inch dice
Kosher salt
4 large garlic cloves, smashed and chopped
4 (28-ounce cans) Italian plum San Marzano tomatoes
1 cup all-purpose flour
Pinch kosher salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup club soda
3 tablespoons melted butter, plus 3 tablespoons for cooking the crepes

Steps:

  • Filling: Coat a large saute pan with olive oil, add the onions and put the pan over medium heat. Season the onions with salt, to taste, and add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. Saute until the onions are translucent and very aromatic, about 7 to 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic and saute for 3 to 4 more minutes. Add the pork sausage and cook until nicely browned. Stir in the spinach, season with salt, to taste, and saute until the spinach is wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool. In a large bowl, add the ricotta, 1 cup of grated Parmigiano, the eggs and 1 cup of bechamel and stir to incorporate. Mix in the cooled sausage mixture into the ricotta mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. To assemble the manicotti: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare the baking dish by evenly schmearing 1 cup of bechamel sauce in the bottom of a 9 by 13-inch baking dish. Put 2 heaping tablespoons of the filling on a crepe just below the halfway mark. Form the filling into an even log and then roll up the crepe to enclose the filling. Repeat with the remaining filling and crepes. Arrange the crepes in the baking dish, snuggling the crepes together until the dish is filled. Spoon the tomato sauce over the top of the crepes and spread the bechamel in a wide swath down the middle. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmigiano and cover with foil. Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake until the top starts to brown a little, about 5 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve topped with a little extra cheese. Mamma mia! ;
  • Add the butter and onion to a large saucepan over medium heat. Season the onions with salt, to taste, and cook until they become translucent and very aromatic. Add the flour and cook until the flour and butter resemble wet sand, about 3 to 4 minutes. Gradually, whisk in the milk until incorporated. Add the bay leaf and nutmeg and season with salt, to taste. Slowly bring the milk/flour mixture to a boil, stirring frequently to prevent scorching on the bottom. Be sure that the milk comes to a boil or the flour will not cook out and you will be left with a very objectionable starchy feeling on your tongue. Once the sauce has come to a boil and has thickened, remove it from the heat. Discard the bay leaf. Stir in the grated Parmigiano, taste and adjust seasoning, if needed. Use right away or refrigerate, covered, until ready to assemble dish. Creamy! ;
  • Coat a large sauce pot with olive oil and add the pancetta. Put the pot over medium-high heat and cook the pancetta for 4 to 5 minutes. Add the onions, season generously with salt, to taste, and stir to coat with the olive oil. Cook the onions for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently. The onions should become very soft and aromatic but have no color. Add the garlic and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Pass the tomatoes through the food mill. Be sure to pass all of the pulp through the holes leaving only the stems and the seeds, and be sure to scrape the pulp off of the bottom of the food mill. That's all of the big money stuff! Add the tomatoes to the sauce pot and 1 can of water (about 2 to 3 cups). Season generously with salt and TASTE IT!!!! Tomatoes take a lot of salt. Season in baby steps and taste every step of the way. Cook the sauce for 2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally and tasting frequently. Use the sauce right away on pasta or for any other tomato sauce need. This sauce can also be cooled and stored in the refrigerator for a few days or it can be frozen. ;
  • Batter: In a mixing bowl, add the flour and salt and make a well in the center. Add the eggs, milk, club soda and 3 tablespoons of melted butter into the center of the well and whisk together until just combined. The mixture should be like VERY loose pancake batter. If the mixture is a little thick, whisk in a little more milk. Let the batter sit for at least 30 minutes before using. Crepes: Melt about a 1/2 teaspoon of butter in a small nonstick saute pan. The butter should coat the bottom of the pan, if there is a lot of excess, wipe it out with a paper towel. Keep the paper towel handy in case you need it again (you will). Put the pan over medium heat. Fill a 2-ounce ladle, almost to the top, with batter and pour it into the preheated pan, tipping and rolling the pan, as you ladle the batter, to evenly cover the bottom. This will take a little practice, even when you are an experienced crepe maker the first couple always get wasted. Accept it and move on. When the edges of the crepe begin to pull away from the edges of the pan and the bottom begins to brown a little, turn the crepe over and cook it for about 1 minute on the other side. Remove the crepe from the pan to a plate and let cool. Stack the crepes as they are cooked between parchment paper squares. Repeat this process, until all the batter is used, wiping the pan with your paper towel or melting a little more butter to the pan, as needed. YAY! ;

SCALLOPS AND SPINACH OVER PASTA



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This is one of my New England favorites. This tasty recipe is delicious , low in fat, and well balanced.

Provided by Kim Robichaud

Categories     Seafood     Shellfish     Scallops

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces spaghetti
3 pounds bay scallops, raw
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup water
garlic powder to taste
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a medium skillet, saute spinach in olive oil until heated through. Add lemon juice, garlic powder and water.
  • Add scallops and cook for 3 minutes or until done. Be careful not to overcook. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place strained spaghetti in dish and place the scallops and sauce on top. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Cholesterol 38.9 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 227.4 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

STIR-FRY PORK WITH FRESH SPINACH, CARROTS AND NOODLES



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To make this dish more authentic you can subsitute Chinese noodles for the vermicelli. Purchased ready-made broccoli slaw can be replaced with the matchstick carrots if desired.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pork

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb boneless pork (cut into thin strips)
1/3 cup hoisin sauce
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
3 tablespoons light soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
3 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons fresh minced ginger (or to taste)
black pepper (optional)
1 (10 ounce) package fresh Baby Spinach
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts (rinsed and drained)
2 1/2 cups carrots (cut into matchstick-size strips)
5 green onions, chopped
1 -2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (or to taste)
2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 -10 ounces vermicelli (or use Chinese noodles)

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta or Chinese noodles; set aside.
  • Place the pork strips in a bowl.
  • In another bowl whisk together the hoisin sauce with garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger and black pepper to taste (if using).
  • Pour HALF of the hoisin sauce mixture over the pork strips; mix to coat, and let stand for about 30 minutes.
  • Heat about 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add in the pork mixture and saute for about 2-3 minutes, or until the pork is done; remove to a plate or bowl.
  • Heat another 1 tablespoon oil (or more if desired) in the wok or skillet and saute the dried chili flakes with spinach leaves, water chestnuts, carrots (or broccoli slaw if using) and green onions for about 3 minutes or until the spinach is wilted.
  • Stir in the cooked noodles with the cooked pork, along with any drippings from the plate or bowl and the remaining half of the hoisin sauce mixture; cook stirring constantly for about 2 minutes or until the mixture is completely heated through.
  • Add in more soy sauce and season with more black pepper if desired.
  • Delicious!

AU GRATIN SPINACH 'N' PORK



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This dish is nice and rich, which makes it a good choice when you crave comfort food. It's a complete family meal all by itself. With rolls and a salad, it's perfect company casserole.-Sandy Szwarc, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large onions, sliced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 bacon strips, diced
1 pound pork chop suey meat
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese, divided
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onions in oil and butter until golden brown. Remove to paper towels to drain. In the same skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; remove to paper towels to drain., In the drippings, cook pork over medium heat until no longer pink. Add spinach and garlic; cook and stir for 6 minutes or until heated through. Drain thoroughly. Stir in the lemon zest, fennel seed, salt, pepper, 1/3 cup Swiss cheese and bacon., Place half of the onions in a greased 1-qt. baking dish; top with pork mixture and remaining onions (dish will be full). Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and remaining Swiss cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until pork is tender and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 421mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

PORK CHOPS AND CREAMY SPINACH RECIPE BY TASTY



Pork Chops And Creamy Spinach Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, onion, garlic, spinach, cream cheese, salt, pepper, thick-cut pork chops, mashed potato

Provided by Lucia Plancarte

Categories     Dinner

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

olive oil, to taste
¼ cup onion, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
7 oz spinach, washed
6 oz cream cheese, cubed
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
5 thick-cut pork chops
mashed potato, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Add the spinach and cool until wilted.
  • Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Remove the pan from the heat and let cool.
  • Make a slit on the side of each pork chop to make a pocket, but do not cut all the way through.
  • Fill the pork chops with the spinach mixture. Season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Working in batches, sear the pork chops until golden brown on both sides. Transfer to a baking sheet.
  • Bake the pork chops for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Serve the pork chops with mashed potatoes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 calories, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 47 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 38 grams, Sugar 1 gram

SAUTEED PORK CHOPS WITH GARLIC SPINACH



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My family enjoys cooking easy and delicious meals. This pork chop recipe is also inexpensive, which makes cooking easier for everyone. Keep an eye on the spinach-it cooks fast! -Joe Valerio, Whitinsville, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
4 bone-in pork loin chops (8 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 medium lemon
GARLIC SPINACH:
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 packages (5 ounces each) fresh spinach, stems removed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper; add to skillet. Saute until a thermometer reads 145°, about 5 minutes per side. Remove to a serving platter; squeeze juice from lemon over chops. Tent with foil; let stand at least 5 minutes before serving., For garlic spinach, heat oil over medium-high heat in same skillet. Add garlic; cook until it just begins to brown, about 45 seconds. Add spinach; cook and stir just until wilted, 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Remove from heat; add lemon juice. Transfer to serving platter. Remove foil from pork; serve spinach with chops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 607mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PASTA WITH SPINACH SAUCE



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A wonderful sauce if you want to get your kids to eat spinach! Kids love this recipe, and the short cooking time guarantees a quick fix for lunch. Preparation time: As fast as your pasta water takes to cook!

Provided by Heidrun Wilson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed
3 tablespoons sour cream
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup chopped ham
8 ounces spaghetti

Steps:

  • Cook noodles in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain.
  • Meanwhile prepare the sauce. Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, and ham if desired. Cook until onion is transparent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic, and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in thawed spinach. Mix in sour cream, cream of celery soup, and Parmesan cheese. Reduce heat to low, and heat through.
  • Serve spinach sauce over spaghetti or egg noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.2 calories, Carbohydrate 59.2 g, Cholesterol 38.7 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 22.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 1223.8 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

FASTEST PASTA WITH SPINACH SAUCE



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The very best pasta is often the simplest. Jack Bishop, the author of "The Complete Vegetarian Cookbook," has refined his technique for pasta and vegetable sauce to breathtaking efficiency: He cooks the greens with the pasta and adds the seasonings at the last minute. While the pasta is cooking, Mr. Bishop prepares the seasonings. Allow at least a gallon of water to a pound of pasta, because you need a large pot to accommodate the greens and because, if there is too little water, the addition of the greens will slow the cooking too rapidly.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 25m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste (optional)
About 15 calamata or other olives, pitted and roughly chopped
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 pound long pasta, like linguine
1 pound spinach, washed, tough stems removed, roughly chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and salt it. Meanwhile, mince the garlic as finely as possible and combine it in the bottom of a warm bowl with the red pepper flakes, olives and olive oil.
  • Place the pasta in the pot, and cook until it is nearly done (test it for doneness by tasting). Plunge the spinach into the water, and cook until it wilts, less than a minute. Drain quickly, allowing some water to cling to the pasta, and toss pasta and spinach in the bowl with the garlic and olive mixture. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 613, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 90 grams, Fat 20 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 598 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of pasta. Short, sturdy pastas like penne or rotini are best for this dish, as they can hold the sauce well. Avoid using long, thin pastas like spaghetti, as they tend to get lost in the sauce.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. If you can, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't overcook the pork. Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooking will make the pork tough and dry.
  • Use a flavorful sauce. The sauce is what makes this dish special. Be sure to use a sauce that has a lot of flavor, such as a tomato sauce or a pesto sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs. Fresh herbs like basil or parsley will add a pop of color and flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

Pork and spinach over pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover pork. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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