Delicious Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Pasta

A rich and creamy pasta dish that combines the flavors of spinach and artichokes for a delightful, comforting meal.

NewPublished Feb 11, 2026
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time20 min
Total35 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Pasta in a bowl

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (8 oz) pasta (fettuccine or penne)
  • (1 tbsp) olive oil
  • (2 cloves) garlic, minced
  • (1 (14 oz) can) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • (2 cups) fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • (1 cup) heavy cream
  • (1/2 cups) grated Parmesan cheese
  • (1/2 tsp) salt
  • (1/4 tsp) black pepper
  • (1/4 cups) fresh basil, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the (8 oz) pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, heat (1 tbsp) olive oil over medium heat. Add (2 cloves) minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add (1 (14 oz) can) chopped artichoke hearts to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Stir in (2 cups) chopped fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

  5. 5

    Pour in (1 cup) heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in (1/2 cup) grated Parmesan cheese, (1/2 tsp) salt, and (1/4 tsp) black pepper, mixing well until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.

  6. 6

    Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.

  7. 7

    Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Garnish with (1/4 cup) fresh chopped basil if using. Serve immediately.

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