Creamy Tomato, Mushroom, and Spinach Pasta 10 Smartpoints

Ingredients

SERVINGS: 4
8 oz. high fiber pasta (or whole wheat)
2 tsp. olive oil
1 cup onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1.33 cups canned diced Italian tomatoes (not drained)
2 tbsp. tomato paste
1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes
2 oz. light cream cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
4 cups fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup basil


Directions

Cook the pasta according to package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta cooking liquid.
Heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 4-6 minutes until becoming translucent.

Add the garlic and mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add the tomatoes with juice, tomato paste, and red pepper flakes. Stir in the cream cheese and Parmesan. Stir to create a creamy sauce. Add the pasta water as needed to thin out the sauce, start with 1-2 tbsp. and add as needed.

Add the spinach and cook 3-4 minutes until wilted.

Stir in the pasta and fresh basil.


Nutritional Facts

Serving Size:
1.5 cups
10 Smartpoints
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298
Total Fat 12g
Saturated Fat 3g
Carbohydrate 53g
Fiber 8g
Sugars 7g
Protein 12g