Giada's Spinach & Tomato Pasta

As part of my 30 things in 30 days I needed to try 4 new recipes in June. This was so simple to make, was ready in 20 minutes and was a family favourite!

Spinach & Tomato Pasta - serves 4


500g spiral pasta
1/4c olive oil or rice bran oil
1-2 cloves of garlic
2 bags pre-washed spinach leaves
1 punnet cherry tomatoes
1/2 c grated parmesan
salt to taste
black pepper to taste

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.

Meanwhile, warm olive oil in a large, heavy pan over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the spinach and tomatoes and cook until the spinach wilts, about 2 more minutes. Add the cooked pasta and toss. Add the cheeses, salt, pepper, and the pasta cooking liquid and stir to combine.

Transfer the pasta to a serving plate and serve.