# Ingredient List:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz dried spaghetti or penne
02 - Salt for pasta water
→ Sauce
03 - 2 tbsp olive oil
04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 24 oz jar marinara sauce
06 - 5 oz fresh baby spinach
07 - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
08 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ To Serve
09 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus extra for serving)
10 - Fresh basil leaves (optional)
# How to Prepare:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
03 - Pour marinara sauce into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
04 - Stir in fresh baby spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes.
05 - Add drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Adjust sauce consistency by adding reserved pasta water as needed.
06 - Stir grated Parmesan cheese into the pasta mixture and season with freshly ground black pepper.
07 - Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh basil leaves if desired.
