ONE-POT PENNE WITH SPINACH, RICOTTA, AND PINE NUTS

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In this easy six-ingredient dish, the spinach cooks right in the pot with the pasta. Spoon ricotta onto each serving, and let your guests mix it up themselves.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup pine nuts
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound spinach or plain penne pasta
1 1/2 pounds baby spinach, well washed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread pine nuts on a rimmed baking sheet; toast in oven, tossing occasionally, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook according to manufacturer's directions. Add spinach during last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain; return pasta and spinach to pot. Add oil; season generously with salt and pepper. Toss well.
  • Serve immediately, topped with ricotta, pine nuts, and Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489 g, Fat 14 g, Fiber 15 g, Protein 21 g

Yaseen Shahana
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This penne dish is a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen. They can help you wash the spinach, grate the cheese, and stir the sauce. It's a fun and easy way to teach them how to cook.


Ms Sapla
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This penne dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant. I usually serve it with a side of roasted vegetables and a glass of white wine.


Mian Farooq
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover penne pasta. I usually have a box of penne pasta that I need to use up before it goes bad, and this recipe is a perfect way to do that. The sauce is also a great way to use up leftover spinach and ricotta


Alex Chambers
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I'm not a big fan of ricotta cheese, but I loved this dish! The ricotta was blended into the sauce so smoothly that I couldn't even taste it. The spinach and pine nuts added a nice touch of flavor and texture. I'll definitely be making this again.


Joel Hutchinson
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This penne dish is a great make-ahead meal. You can cook it ahead of time and then reheat it when you're ready to eat. It's also great for potlucks and parties. I usually double the recipe so that I have plenty of leftovers.


Zafran khan
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add any vegetables or protein that you like. I've made it with chicken, sausage, and even shrimp. I've also added different vegetables, like broccoli, zucchini, and mushrooms. It's always delicious, no


Aryah Hazelwood
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This penne dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The spinach is blended into the sauce, so they won't even notice it. And the ricotta and pine nuts add a creaminess and richness that kids love. I usually serve this dish with a


Mahmuda Akter
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I'm a big fan of one-pot meals, and this penne dish is one of my favorites. It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the spinach and ricotta add a nice touch of freshness. I usually serve this


Adam Leathers
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This recipe is a great example of how simple ingredients can come together to create something truly delicious. The spinach, ricotta, and pine nuts are all affordable and easy to find, but they combine to create a sauce that is rich, creamy, and flav


Damilola Arewa
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I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of spinach, ricotta, and pine nuts is unique and flavorful. I also love that the recipe is so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this a


Kamal Saru
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This penne dish is a great way to use up leftover spinach. I usually have a bunch of spinach that I need to use up before it goes bad, and this recipe is a perfect way to do that. The sauce is also a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into my k


Musbahu Hamisu
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I loved this dish! The ricotta and pine nuts really balance out the flavor of the spinach. I also appreciated that the recipe didn't call for a lot of ingredients. It was simple to make and the results were deliciou


Siyel B
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This one-pot penne dish is my go-to comfort food. The creamy sauce and tender pasta are always a winner. I like to add a bit of chopped chicken or sausage for some extra protein. It's also great with a side salad or roasted vegetables.


Gladys camacho
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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. I always have spinach, ricotta, and pine nuts on hand, so it's easy to whip up this dish whenever I need a quick and tasty meal. The sauce is always a hit, and the penne cooks perfectly every


Jeremiah Moore
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This recipe was a lifesaver on a busy weeknight. It was so easy to throw together and the results were impressive. My husband and kids loved it, and I felt good about serving them a healthy and delicious meal. I'll definitely be making this again.


shaikh faizan
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I was skeptical about how well the spinach and ricotta would work together, but I was pleasantly surprised! The flavors blended perfectly and the sauce was so smooth and creamy. I used whole wheat penne and it held up well in the sauce. This dish is


khiya407
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I'm always looking for easy one-pot meals, and this penne dish definitely fits the bill. It was super quick to make and the results were delicious. The sauce was rich and creamy, and the spinach and ricotta added a nice touch of freshness. I'll be ad


Chandra Neupane
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This one-pot penne dish was a hit with my family! The combination of spinach, ricotta, and pine nuts gave it a creamy and flavorful sauce. I added a bit of extra garlic and red pepper flakes for some added kick. Will definitely be making this again!