Penne With Tomato, Spinach and Feta Sauce Recipe

Name: Penne With Tomato, Spinach and Feta Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 ounces red onion or 7 ounces chopped (1 1/2 cups); 2 teaspoons olive oil; 2 medium cloves garlic; 2 tablespoons pine nuts; 1 1/4 pounds ripe plum tomatoes; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 4 cups fresh spinach, tightly packed; 8 ounces penne; 3 scallions; 2 ounces feta cheese (4 tablespoons); 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt; ⅛ teaspoon salt; Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Servings: persons

6 ounces red onion or 7 ounces chopped (1 1/2 cups)
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 medium cloves garlic
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 1/4 pounds ripe plum tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato paste
4 cups fresh spinach, tightly packed
8 ounces penne
3 scallions
2 ounces feta cheese (4 tablespoons)
1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
⅛ teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

1
Bring water to boil for penne.
2
Chop the whole onion, and reserve 2 tablespoons for the salad.
3
Heat large nonstick pan until it is very hot.
4
Reduce heat to medium high, and add oil.
5
Saute onion in the oil until it softens.
6
Meanwhile mince garlic, and add to onion.
7
Add pine nuts.
8
Wash, trim and coarsely chop tomatoes.
9
When onion begins to brown, add tomatoes and tomato paste.
10
Reduce heat to medium low, and cover.
11
Cook the penne according to package directions.
12
Wash and remove tough stems from spinach, and coarsely chop.
13
Add to pot, and continue cooking.
14
Wash, trim and slice the scallions, and add to the pot.
15
In food processor blend the feta and yogurt.
16
Remove the sauce from the heat, and stir in the feta mixture.
17
Season with salt and pepper.
18
Drain pasta, and serve with sauce.

275

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 ounces red onion or 7 ounces chopped (1 1/2 cups), 2 teaspoons olive oil, 2 medium cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons pine nuts, and more.

Yes, Penne With Tomato, Spinach and Feta Sauce falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Penne With Tomato, Spinach and Feta Sauce

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