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Creamy Chorizo And Spinach Pasta

Indulgent Creamy Chorizo and Spinach Pasta Delight

Creamy Chorizo and Spinach Pasta is an enticing meal that elevates weeknight dinners with its rich flavors and quick preparation.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1.5 cups Medium Shells
  • Kosher Salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 0.5 Yellow Onion diced
  • 0.5 Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • 0.5 cup Half & Half
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 4 cups Fresh Baby Spinach
For the Topping
  • 0.33 cup Parmesan Cheese finely grated
  • 2 Fresh Lemon Wedges

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the ingredients by washing the cherry tomatoes and spinach, and dicing the bell pepper and onion.
  2. Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the onion and bell pepper until soft, then add minced garlic.
  4. Crumble the chorizo into the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Incorporate the cherry tomatoes and crushed red pepper, then add the spinach and cook until wilted.
  6. Stir in the sugar and slowly pour in the half & half, letting it simmer until thickened.
  7. Combine the drained pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if necessary for consistency.
  8. Mix in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve topped with additional cheese and lemon wedges for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prep all ingredients before beginning to ensure a smooth cooking process. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency as needed.

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