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Pasta Carcione

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"Bow tie pasta tossed with spinach, tomatoes, goat cheese and olive oil. This is the best pasta recipe in the world! I made it up one day instead of serving a heavy pasta dish. The goat cheese makes this recipe!" — KYMANNE

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10 ounces spinach, rinsed
1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
1/4 cup olive oil

salt and pepper to taste
2 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered
8 ounces crumbled goat cheese

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Directions

Remove stems from spinach and stack leaves together; chop thin longer strips instead of square chops and set aside.
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and place in a large bowl.
Drizzle olive oil over pasta and add salt and pepper to taste, spinach and tomatoes; gently toss.
Add goat cheese and serve warm or room temperature.

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PREP 20 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 35 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Aug 13, 2003

Great recipe. I tossed in a bit of crushed garlic for additional flavor. I was not sure what type of goat cheese to use so I picked chevre -- which was awesome. It made a creamy sauce to complement the spinach and tomatoes.

—Esmee

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 22, 2003

I think this recipe would be much better with a little less goat cheese. I used the full 8 oz. and it was way too rich for me. I just couldn't eat very much of it. Maybe it's just me though. Very good otherwise.

—KRIS10JOY7

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Aug 13, 2003

I used seasoned feta cheese, which had sun dried tomatoes and italian seasoning mixed in. This added a nice extra flavor to the pasta, though it is also good with plain feta!

—RACHELWEEDEN

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Jan 22, 2003

I served this pasta dish on Valentines days with filet mignon. It was the perfect companion. Next time, I think I might add a little black olive, but I can't wait to make it again.

—PINKROCKERGIRL

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Sep 29, 2003

This recipe was good but a little bland for flavor. I highly suggest adding garlic, basil, sun-dried tomatos, and a little parmesan cheese when making. Also, I used the "garlic and herb goat cheese" and don't recommend it unless you like a LOT of oregano flavor. There was also WAY too much spinach in this recipe for me. I do like the idea of a light pasta recipe...this is very light and with my alterations on the recipe I'll be making it again.

—MISTIDAWN

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Jan 22, 2003

Pretty good - A "light" dish. The goat cheese gets a little "too much," though.

—ADASHE

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Sep 20, 2010

My family including our dog love this dish! I do add fresh sliced garlic to the olive oil and then grill chicken breast to go on top of it. The first night I had made it I had cleaned up dinner and then got a phone call that my daughter had broken her ankle and needed to go to the ER. We rushed out and when when we got back I stepped on something squishy,it was a piece of pasta on the floor. In our rush out of the house, I had left the leftovers on the counter and my dog had decided that was her dinner. She ate all of it with the exception of a tomato or 2. Now whenever I make it she comes into the kitchen and wags her tail and expects to eat with us.

—shannonparmentier

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Apr 14, 2009

We love this for being so quick and healthy... I reduce the oil to 1 tbsp.

—Kalex

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Nutrition

Calories
610 kcal
31%

Carbohydrates
71.9 g
23%

Cholesterol
36 mg
12%

Fat
26.9 g
41%

Fiber
5.1 g
20%

Protein
23.9 g
48%

Sodium
289 mg
12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Pasta Carcione

Serving Size: 1/5 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 5
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 610
Calories from Fat: 242

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.9g 41 %
Saturated Fat 11.4g 57 %
Cholesterol 36mg 12 %
Sodium 289mg 12 %
Potassium 717mg 20 %
Total Carbohydrates 71.9g 23 %
Dietary Fiber 5.1g 20 %
Protein 23.9g 48 %
** Sugars 4.4g
Vitamin A 128 %
Vitamin C 50 %
Calcium 27 %
Iron 52 %
** Thiamin 8 %
Niacin 68 %
Vitamin B6 19 %
Magnesium 38 %
Folate 166 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.