Spinach and Onion Pasta
(from MMartin’s recipe box)
Source: Real Simple
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 3 people
Categories: Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 1-pound box dried spaghetti
- 1 10-ounce box frozen chopped spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium yellow onions, sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (from 4 sprigs fresh thyme)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3/4 cup (about 3 ounces) grated Parmesan
Directions
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Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions. During the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the spinach.
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Meanwhile heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions, thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of the salt, and the pepper and cook for 10 minutes. Add the vinegar and cook for 3 more minutes.
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Drain the spaghetti and spinach. Return to the pot, add the onion mixture, Parmesan, and the remaining oil and salt. Toss gently to combine.