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Quick Creamy Spinach and Tomato Pasta

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"I invented this recipe at the end of the week when groceries were running low-just a few ingredients make up this easy pasta dish. This can be a healthier yet still flavorful meal by using low-fat sour cream and whole wheat pasta." — Steph Fisher

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Original recipe makes 4 servings Change Servings

8 ounces angel hair pasta
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 cups baby spinach leaves

1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon prepared basil pesto (optional)

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Directions

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until tender. Drain.
While you wait for the pasta, combine the tomatoes and spinach in a saucepan over medium heat. When the spinach begins to wilt, stir in the sour cream and pesto. Toss sauce with drained pasta and serve immediately.

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PREP 5 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 20 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Mar 14, 2007

This was really good. I added 3 cloves of garlic a few pinches of Oregano and some salt and peppper. After I added the sauce to the noodles. I sprinkled in some parmesan cheese and pine nuts.

—SJHOMER

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Most Helpful Critical Review

May 15, 2006

I thought this was good and easy, but lacking something. I added some garlic, but next time I might add red pepper to give it a kick.

—DRJWJ

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Sep 09, 2007

Really, really good! I put in as much spinach as I could, as others have suggested and it was awesome. We also added in more pesto- try 1 1/2 or 2 tablespoons. Really easy and really fast. Thanks!

—Gonzo

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Apr 21, 2006

This was quick and tasty. I make something similar and never thought to add sour cream to it. I made it for a family dinner, and there were no loeftovers.

—Samantha Jones

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Nov 06, 2006

This was so simple and an easy way to clear up leftovers and make a presentable meal. I made it for my roommates and there was nothing left! I did listen to the one review who suggested the red pepper flakes and the garlic though, it added a great flavor!

—jog4donuts

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May 11, 2007

good but very bland, this was missing something, and I could not figure it out, I will not be making this again.

—shawn

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Dec 03, 2006

This recipe was quick and easy. I liked the fresh spinach. I also used fresh tomatoes instead of canned. However, the sauce did seem a little bland. I tried adding crushed red pepper to liven it up, but it didnt seem to do the trick.

—ophelia

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Aug 04, 2006

We enjoyed this dish very much: no leftovers. I made it because I had a lot of fresh spinach left that I wanted to use. I wish I had chopped it a little first. I added about 1/2 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce, and that provided a nice kick. Next time, I will make the recipe with a full pound of pasta and double the diced tomatoes but keep the sour cream amount the same, using as much spinach as I can fit!

—Kristine31611

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Nutrition

Calories
263 kcal
13%

Carbohydrates
36 g
12%

Cholesterol
14 mg
5%

Fat
9.3 g
14%

Fiber
3.3 g
13%

Protein
8.8 g
18%

Sodium
330 mg
13%

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

Nutritional Information

Quick Creamy Spinach and Tomato Pasta

Serving Size: 1/4 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 263
Calories from Fat: 84

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.3g 14 %
Saturated Fat 4.2g 21 %
Cholesterol 14mg 5 %
Sodium 330mg 13 %
Potassium 371mg 10 %
Total Carbohydrates 36g 12 %
Dietary Fiber 3.3g 13 %
Protein 8.8g 18 %
** Sugars 3.6g
Vitamin A 49 %
Vitamin C 21 %
Calcium 14 %
Iron 42 %
** Thiamin 2 %
** Niacin 26 %
** Vitamin B6 2 %
** Magnesium 6 %
** Folate 40 %

* 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.