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creamy spinach and ricotta pasta

Creamy Spinach and Ricotta Pasta – The Best Comforting Bake

Indulge in my creamy spinach and ricotta pasta bake topped with cheese. It’s easy, delicious, and perfect for any family dinner!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne or fusilli)
  • 1 cup (240 g) ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups (60 g) fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  4. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Stir in ricotta, heavy cream, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine cooked pasta with the spinach mixture and half of the mozzarella cheese. Transfer to a baking dish.
  6. Top with remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add crushed red pepper flakes.
  • Feel free to mix in other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: creamy spinach pasta, ricotta pasta bake, family dinner recipe