Can I use frozen spinach instead of fresh?

You can, but here's my trick: Thaw it completely and squeeze out every last drop of water with clean hands or a kitchen towel. Frozen spinach releases way more liquid and can make your sauce watery. I'd use about 1/2 cup squeezed frozen spinach to replace the 2 cups fresh.

How do I make this dairy-free?

Easy peasy, Swap the heavy cream for full-fat coconut milk (the canned kind) and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan. The sauce won't be quite as thick, but it'll still be deliciously creamy. Just be sure to simmer it a bit longer to reduce.

What if my sauce is too thick?

That reserved pasta water is your best friend. Add it a tablespoon at a time while tossing the pasta until you get that perfect silky texture. No pasta water? Regular warm water works in a pinch.

Can I add protein to this?

Absolutely, Diced chicken, shrimp, or even white beans would be fantastic. Just cook any raw proteins separately before adding them with the pasta at the end. Leftover rotisserie chicken is my lazy-day cheat. If you are looking for other quick protein-packed meals, take a look at our healthy chicken salad with grapes and walnuts .

20-Minute One-Pot Creamy Spinach Pasta That Will Wow You -

Name: 20-Minute One-Pot Creamy Spinach Pasta That Will Wow You
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 8 oz pasta; 2 cups fresh spinach; 1 cup heavy cream; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

20-Minute One-Pot Creamy Spinach Pasta That Will Wow You

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A quick and creamy vegetarian pasta dish with spinach, ready in 20 minutes.

Author: RecipeZest
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Category: Main Dish
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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8 oz pasta
2 cups fresh spinach
1 cup heavy cream
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook pasta according to package instructions.
Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
Drain pasta and mix with the creamy spinach sauce.
Season with salt and pepper.

Notes

Use fresh spinach for best results.
Add more Parmesan for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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