Quick Creamy Spinach and Tomato Pasta Recipe
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Quick Creamy Spinach and Tomato Pasta

By: Steph Fisher 
"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."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.0 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (54)

What to Drink?

Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 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)

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until tender. Drain.
  2. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 263 | Total Fat: 9.3g | Cholesterol: 14mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2007 by SJHOMER   view full review
This was really good. I added 3 cloves of garlic a few pinches of Oregano and some salt and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 9, 2007 by Gonzo   view full review
Really, really good! I put in as much spinach as I could, as others have suggested and it was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 21, 2006 by Samantha Jones   view full review
This was quick and tasty. I make something similar and never thought to add sour cream to it....
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 15, 2006 by DRJWJ   view full review
I thought this was good and easy, but lacking something. I added some garlic, but next time I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 6, 2006 by jog4donuts   view full review
This was so simple and an easy way to clear up leftovers and make a presentable meal. I made...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 11, 2007 by shawn   view full review
good but very bland, this was missing something, and I could not figure it out, I will not be...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 3, 2006 by ophelia   view full review
This recipe was quick and easy. I liked the fresh spinach. I also used fresh tomatoes instead...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2008 by TooSweet_Liza   view full review
This was pretty bland even with the suggestions from other users. I added in oregano and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2006 by Kristine31611   view full review
We enjoyed this dish very much: no leftovers. I made it because I had a lot of fresh spinach...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 19, 2007 by Jennifer M   view full review
Wonderful! The kids loved the sour cream that was in it; it added a different texture.

 

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