Best 7 Spinach Fettuccine With Caramelized Onions And Lemon Thyme Recipes

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Spinach fettuccine with caramelized onions and lemon thyme is an exquisite and flavorful pasta dish that combines the earthy taste of spinach, the sweetness of caramelized onions, the citric freshness of lemon, and the aromatic herbiness of thyme. This delectable dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Let's dive into the world of flavors and explore a recipe that will guide you through the process of creating this culinary masterpiece.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY SPINACH FETTUCCINE



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Perfectly al-dente fettuccine pasta, baby spinach, and fresh basil drenched in a rich, creamy sauce. Quick, easy, and delicious.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups baby spinach (lightly packed)
1/2 pound dry fettuccine
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small shallot (minced (about 1/3 cup))
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves (lightly packed, cut into strips)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
Ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with water and bring to a boil. Add the spinach and blanch for one minute. Remove spinach with a large slotted spoon or hand strainer and place in a bowl of cold ice water to stop the cooking. Remove spinach from the ice water and place spinach on paper towels. Squeeze dry and set aside.
  • Add a generous pinch of salt to the boiling water and then add the fettucine. Cook pasta to al dente per package instructions. Reserve a cup of the pasta cooking water and drain the rest.
  • While pasta is cooking, make the sauce. In a large saute pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the shallots and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the heavy whipping cream and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, cooking until the sauce begins to thicken.
  • Season sauce with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Taste and add additional seasonings if needed.
  • Add the drained pasta, 1/2 cup of the pasta water, and spinach. Toss and cook over medium heat for 3 - 4 minutes until sauce adheres to pasta. Add additional pasta water if necessary. Remove from heat and toss in basil strips (I use tongs for this, they work great).
  • Serve topped with additional basil strips for garnish, if desired, and a hit of freshly ground black pepper.

CARAMELIZED ONION & GARLIC PASTA



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This full-flavored recipe is the result of my mom's love of pasta and our love of cooking together. With a bit of pepper heat and smoky bacon, the entree is excellent alone or paired with grilled chicken. -Lacy Jo Matheson, Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon salt
8 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups grape tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked angel hair pasta
9 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Fresh basil leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add the onions, pepper flakes and salt; saute until onions are tender. Stir in garlic. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 30-40 minutes or until onions are deep golden brown., Add the tomatoes, vinegar and 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta; toss with onion mixture., Drizzle with remaining olive oil. Sprinkle with bacon, cheese, and pepper; heat through. Garnish with basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 587 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 496mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

LEMON PASTA WITH SPINACH



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Healthy spinach, garlic and lemon combine to coat angel hair pasta for a lovely side that'll freshen any meal. -Charlene Anderson, Bonney Lake, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute garlic in butter until tender. Add the spinach, lemon juice and zest, salt and pepper; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until spinach is wilted., Drain pasta. Add to skillet; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 249mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPINACH FETTUCCINE WITH GARLIC-ONION SAUCE



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Make and share this Spinach Fettuccine With Garlic-Onion Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nemokitty

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb vidalia onion, sliced
12 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 cup marsala wine
1 lb spinach fettuccine, cooked and drained
salt and black pepper
parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat butter and oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cover and cook until soft. Add honey; reduce heat to low. Cook, uncovered, 30 minutes, stirring often. Add wine; cook 5 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Toss sauce over pasta. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 697.5, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 15.7, Cholesterol 143.9, Sodium 243.3, Carbohydrate 83.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 9.8, Protein 14.9

SPINACH FETTUCCINI WITH PEARL ONIONS



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Caramelized onions and fettuccinin with flavors of lemon and thyme, this dish is very healthy and simple to make.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Vegan

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb spinach fettuccine, cooked (use fresh)
6 large white pearl onions, peeled and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon butter
3 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon peel (or zest)
2 tablespoons thyme, chopped (use fresh)
1/4 cup vegetable stock

Steps:

  • Melt butter and oil in a large saute pan and add onions. Cook covered over gentle heat for 40 minutes to one hour, until the onions are a deep golden brown, adding stock as needed to prevent the onions from burning.
  • Stir in the lemon peel and fresh thyme. Toss in with the pasta.
  • TIP TO PEELING PEARL ONIONS: Add make an x in the bottom of each pearl onion, place in a bowl add 1/3 of a cup of water and cover. Microwave for 12 minutes. After they have cooled, you can peel them easily.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.3, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 85.4, Sodium 39.3, Carbohydrate 63.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 12.9

CARAMELIZED ONION AND SPINACH DIP RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: olive oil, fresh rosemary, medium yellow onions, garlic, frozen spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon zest, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, lemon juice, pita chip

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
10 oz frozen spinach, 1 box, thawed and squeezed dry
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons lemon zest
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
pita chip, or toast, or crudités, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in the 2.5-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the rosemary sprigs and fry until fragrant and the leaves are crisp, 1 minute. Using tongs, remove the rosemary and transfer to paper towels to drain. If any leaves are left behind in the oil, remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to the paper towels as well.
  • Return the pan with the oil to medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized, 20-25 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  • Stir in the spinach and cook for 2 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture. Add the cream cheese and cook, stirring, until completely melted and incorporated into the onions and spinach.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Let cool to room temperature or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • Remove the rosemary leaves from the stems over a cutting board. Crush with your fingers or finely chop with a knife.
  • Transfer the dip to a serving dish and smooth the top. Sprinkle with the fried rosemary and serve with pita chips, toasted bread, or crudités.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 5 grams

FETTUCCINE WITH SPINACH AND FETA



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Categories     Pasta     Healthy     Boil

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups spinach leaves loosely packed
1 cu pgreen onion
2/3 cup feta cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried dill
4 ounces fettuccine

Steps:

  • 1. Clean and stem spinach. Drain and set aside. 2. Thinly slice green onion. Place in bowl with feta, lemon juice, oil, dill and pepper. 3. Boil fettuccine. Stir in spinach during the last 30 seconds until leaves wilt. Remove and drain. 4. Toss cheese mixture with spinach/fettuccine and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has a more vibrant flavor and color than frozen spinach. If you're using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw and squeeze out all the excess water before using.
  • Caramelize the onions slowly: Caramelizing the onions slowly over low heat will help them develop a deep, rich flavor. Don't rush this step!
  • Use a good quality fettuccine: The fettuccine is the star of this dish, so be sure to use a good quality pasta. Look for a pasta that is made with durum wheat and has a slightly rough texture.
  • Cook the fettuccine al dente: Al dente means "to the tooth" in Italian. It refers to pasta that is cooked just until it is still slightly firm to the bite. This will help the pasta hold its shape and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Add the spinach and lemon-thyme sauce at the end: This will help the spinach stay bright green and prevent it from wilting. The lemon-thyme sauce will also help to brighten up the flavors of the dish.

Conclusion:

Spinach fettuccine with caramelized onions and lemon-thyme sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try!

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