Easy-to-Make Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Pasta

Published May 26, 2024 By Elle Ann

Image credit: Joanna Cismaru via YouTube

Learn how to prepare this dish all in one pot with only a few simple steps with the help of this video tutorial by Joanna Cismaru on YouTube. This creamy and yummy goodness is super healthy and cheesy, and so delicious that you just can’t stop eating it.

This is one of my favorite pasta recipes of all time because of how simple it is to make and it makes the perfect last-minute recipe idea that you can serve at any time of the day. You can also use leftovers and add in any meat of your choice such as chicken, ham, or sausage.

Ingredients for Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Pasta:

8oz or 2 cups of penne pasta, uncooked
2 tbsp of olive oil
5oz of fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1 cup of marinated artichoke hearts, roughly chopped
8oz of cream cheese
1 tbsp of garlic powder
¼ tsp of salt, or to taste
¼ tsp of pepper, or to taste
2 cups of milk, 2%
1 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded
¼ cup of parmesan cheese, shredded

How to Make Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Pasta:

Step 1

Prepare salted boiling water and cook the pasta according to the package instructions, then while waiting for the pasta to cook, prepare the sauce.

Step 2

Place a large saucepan or Dutch oven on a stove over medium heat, then add the olive oil, and heat it before adding the spinach. Cook them until wilted, then add the artichoke hearts, stir, and cook for another minute.

Step 3

Add the cream cheese, then stir well until melted and there are no lumps, and then add the garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour in the milk, then cook them until it comes to a boil making sure to stir occasionally.

Step 4

Add the mozzarella cheese, then add the drained pasta, and give them a good mix until evenly coated. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese on top, then turn off the heat, and serve immediately while still warm. Enjoy!