Phew is it hot! We keep getting these teaser 75 degree days and then right back up to 90. 90 DEGREES in Seattle! So basically still no oven business. 15 minute creamy goat cheese spinach pasta anyone?
Have you been eating all the burgers, bratwurst and hot dogs the BBQ throw at you this summer? I know I have. How about some creamy goat cheese spinach pasta for a lighter option? Or maybe just in between hot dog and burger shenanigans 👍🏻.
I literally ate this dish for 3 days straight. It's quick, easy, and perfect for these hot summer days. It also has one of my fave pasta sauces hidden in it: white wine sauce with garlic, lemon, and sage. Ummmmm YUM!
Other than that delectable sauce, the best part? This creamy goat cheese spinach pasta takes 15 minutes to make.
Yup! Just 15 minutes!!! Light, fresh, AND super speedy. It's also perfect as a side dish for BBQ day. Here's to creamy goat cheese spinach pasta all summer long!
Creamy Goat Cheese Spinach Pasta
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Quick, 15 minute pasta recipe with creamy white wine sauce, sage and lemon. Perfect for date night, warm summer days, or even as a side dish!
Ingredients
- 1 lb farfalle pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all purpose, unbleached flour
- ¼ cup white wine (I used chardonnay)
- ½ cup skim milk
- 6 tablespoons vegetable (or chicken) broth
- Juice of half a lemon
- 6 sage leaves, minced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- Coarse salt, fresh ground pepper to taste
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Instructions
- Cook farfalle pasta according to box instructions. Save ¼ cup of the pasta water and reserve for later. Drain pasta and set aside.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add garlic and sauté one minute, until fragrant.
- Stir in flour, cooking until golden, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour white wine into the pan, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pan.
- Pour in broth, stir to combine, and bring to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer and cook 2-3 minutes, until somewhat thickened.
- Still on low heat, slowly pour in milk and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Add spinach, lemon juice, and minced sage to the pan. Cook until sauce is somewhat thickened and spinach has wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Add cooked pasta, reserved pasta water, tomatoes, and goat cheese to the pan. Gently stir until pasta is warmed through and everything is coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with any leftover minced sage and fresh ground black pepper. Can be served warm or chilled!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
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