SPINACH-PINE NUT PASTA

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"This is a fantastic recipe," assures Katie Graczyk of Darien, Illinois. "It's easy to prepare with a taste that rivals dishes served in fancy Italian restaurants."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces uncooked gemelli or spiral pasta
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil), chopped
8 ounces coarsely chopped fresh spinach
1-1/2 cups fat-free milk
1 package (1.6 ounces) Alfredo sauce mix
1/2 cup pine nuts, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, stirring in the tomatoes and spinach during the last 4 minutes of cooking time. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine milk and Alfredo sauce mix. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir in 1/4 cup pine nuts and salt. , Drain pasta and vegetables; toss with Alfredo sauce. Sprinkle with remaining pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 618mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Roline Nsanja
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I'm going to try making this pasta dish with whole wheat pasta next time.


Yousef Morad
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This pasta dish is a great way to warm up on a cold night.


Praise Ebuka
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I love the creamy sauce in this pasta dish.


Durga Bhusal
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This pasta dish is the perfect comfort food.


Silent Wanderer
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I'm sure this pasta dish will be a hit at my next party.


Jindu Gee
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Sayed Shah Muhammad
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I'm going to try adding some mushrooms to this dish next time.


Zainab Musa
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover spinach.


Aiden Dad
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I love the combination of spinach, pine nuts, and cheese in this dish.


Mahamad Slyman
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This pasta dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Kukhanya Nqayi
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but this dish was surprisingly good. The pine nuts and cheese really balance out the flavor.


Shan Riaz
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This is one of my favorite pasta dishes. It's so flavorful and the pine nuts add a nice touch.


Ralfs Gazners
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing.


Amna Shahid
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your veggies in. It's healthy and delicious!


Ronaldo Jackson
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I'm going to try this recipe tonight. I'm sure it will be delicious!


Laxmi Gurung
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This looks so delicious! I love spinach and pine nuts, so I know I'll enjoy this dish.


bloody gir fan 100
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I made this pasta last night and it was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the pine nuts added a nice crunch.


Bodese Tp
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Thank you for sharing this recipe. I'm always looking for new and healthy pasta dishes, and this one looks perfect.


Busisiwe Chulayo
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Trying this tomorrow night! Looks delicious ?