Description
Creamy Penne Rosa is a delicious and comforting pasta dish that combines penne with a creamy marinara sauce, fresh vegetables, and Parmesan cheese. This vegetarian recipe is easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 8 oz mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced into half-moons)
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh basil (for garnish, optional)
Penne Rosa:
Instructions
- Cook the Penne Pasta: Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, sauté until onion is translucent. Add mushrooms, zucchini, and red pepper flakes, cook until tender.
- Add Sauce and Cream: Stir in marinara sauce, simmer. Reduce heat, add heavy cream, mix. Add spinach, cook until wilted. Toss in cooked penne.
- Finish and Serve: Add Parmesan, stir until creamy. Season with salt, pepper. Serve hot, garnished with basil.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
- For added protein, stir in cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for desired spice level.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
