Ingredients

• 8 oz penne pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 3 cups fresh spinach
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
2. 2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. 3. Pour in crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream until well combined.
5. 5. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
6. 6. Add drained pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if sauce is too thick. Serve with Parmesan if desired.