PASTA WITH GARLICKY SPINACH AND BUTTERED PISTACHIOS
If you want to get the timing just right on this one - no wasted time! - start the sauce a few minutes after you've dropped the pasta into the boiling water. Your spinach should be wilted right around the time the pasta is al dente. If that feels too stressful, or the spinach wilts before the pasta is ready, simply turn the heat under the skillet all the way down to low and keep it warm while the pasta finishes. Don't count this recipe out if you're not fond of capers. They add a hint of salty brininess without being in-your-face caper-y. A pound of pasta is a lot to toss around, especially with 2 bunches of spinach in the mix, so save that extra quarter-box for your next pot of pasta e fagioli.
Provided by Dawn Perry
Categories dinner, easy, weeknight, pastas, vegetables, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- After pasta has been cooking for about 2 minutes, melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pistachios, garlic and capers and cook, stirring to keep the garlic from scorching, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add spinach to skillet one handful at a time, season with salt and cook, tossing, until wilted, about 1 or 2 minutes.
- Using a slotted spoon, transfer pasta to the skillet along with 1/2 cup pasta water. Season with salt and pepper and cook over medium-high, tossing, until liquid reduces and coats the pasta, 2 to 3 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with Parmesan.
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Audua Pugh
[email protected]I would definitely make this dish again. It's a great weeknight meal that's easy to prepare and cleanup is a breeze.
Billa Oad Billa Oad
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The pistachios are a fun and unexpected addition that they'll love.
Dead Line
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of spinach, but this dish changed my mind. The garlicky flavor really shines through and the pistachios add a nice touch of crunch.
instrock
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover spinach. It's also a healthy and flavorful meal.
Xrian Shahin
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.
Reane Duke
[email protected]This pasta dish is a delight to the senses. The garlicky spinach is wonderfully aromatic and the pistachios add a nice crunch. Highly recommend!
Allison Provancial
[email protected]Amazing recipe! The flavors were well-balanced and the pasta was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.
Olwenene Oyintando
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfectly. The garlicky spinach is so flavorful and the pistachios add a nice touch of elegance.
Junaid Babu
[email protected]I made this pasta for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the presentation was beautiful.
Purple Haze1911
[email protected]This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The combination of garlicky spinach and buttery pistachios was divine. The pistachios added a nice crunch and richness to the dish.