Pasta with Chili Tomatoes and Spinach

(from fearama’s recipe box)

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Serves 2 people

Categories: Pasta

Ingredients

  • Ingredients
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 onion , finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves , crushed
  • 1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes
  • 200g wholemeal penne pasta
  • 400g can chopped tomatoes
  • 100ml red wine
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 125g bag young spinach leaves
  • 25g parmesan or vegetarian alternative, grated

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a non-stick frying pan and gently fry the onion, garlic and chilli flakes, stirring regularly, for 5 mins (add a little water if they begin to stick).

  2. Cook pasta following pack instructions. Add the tomatoes, wine and oregano to the frying pan and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 mins.

  3. Shake the spinach into the pan and cook for 1-2 mins until wilted. Drain the pasta and tip into the pan with the sauce. Toss to combine, sprinkle with cheese and serve.

Email to a friend | Print this recipe | Back