Pesto spinach penne
Prep
5 mins
Cook
15 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my go to weeknight dinners when I need something wholesome on the table fast. Pesto spinach penne comes together in just twenty minutes, which makes it perfect for those nights when time is tight. The spinach brings a serious nutritional boost, packed with iron and vitamins, while the pesto adds incredible flavor without any fuss. Everything gets tossed together in one simple step, so there's barely any cleanup involved. I love how affordable it is too, especially when you're using store bought pesto. It's comfort food that actually feels good to eat.
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Ingredients
- 400 gwholemeal penne
- 5 tbspvegetarian basil pesto
- 500 gbaby spinach roughly chopped
- 220 gcherry tomatoes halved
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Instructions
- 1
Cook the penne following pack instructions. Meanwhile, heat 4 tbsp of the pesto in a non-stick pan over a medium-low heat. Add the spinach and 2 tbsp water, then cover to wilt.
- 2
Drain the pasta and toss with the spinach, the rest of the pesto and the tomatoes. Serve half. Cool and chill the rest. Will keep chilled for three days. Reheat with a splash of water.
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