Delicious and Easy Rigatoni Florentine Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Rigatoni Florentine Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on July 01, 2024

Enjoy a comforting and creamy pasta dish with this Rigatoni Florentine recipe. The combination of tender rigatoni pasta, flavorful spinach, and gooey cheese make this dish a favorite for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with a side salad and garlic bread for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb rigatoni pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 lb fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Cook rigatoni pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, let simmer until sauce thickens.
  5. Add cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to coat with the creamy sauce.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, serve hot.

Interesting Facts

  • Florentine dishes are named after the city of Florence in Italy.
  • Spinach is a great source of vitamins and minerals, making this dish nutritious.
  • Rigatoni pasta is named for its ridged texture, perfect for holding onto creamy sauces.