EatingWell: Enjoy the ease of this one-pot pasta recipe
1 (9-ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts
6 cups chopped mature spinach
2 cups peas, fresh or frozen
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/4 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon lemon zest
3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice
1. Combine pasta, garlic, salt and pepper in a large pot. Add water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil, stirring frequently, for 8 minutes.
2. Stir in artichokes, spinach and peas, and cook until the pasta is tender and the water has almost evaporated, 2 to 4 minutes more.
3. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup cheese, the half-and-half, lemon zest and lemon juice to taste. Let stand, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Serve sprinkled with the remaining 1/4 cup cheese.
Recipe nutrition: Per serving: 372 Calories, Total Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 3 g, Cholesterol: 14 mg, Carbohydrates: 64 g, Fiber: 15 g, Total Sugars: 7 g, Added Sugars: 0 g, Protein: 18 g, Sodium: 581 mg, Potassium: 930 mg, Folate: 273 mcg, Calcium: 234 mg
Carbohydrate Servings 4 1/2
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