Spinach & Artichoke Pasta

Photo credit: Nicole Kendrick @goldengracekitchen

Ingredients

12 oz penne pasta (or gluten free pasta of choice)

6 tbsp butter divided 

2 cups spinach 

1 tsp @OliveNation roasted garlic powder 

1/2 tsp @OliveNation applewood smoked salt 

1/4 tsp pepper 

1 tbsp minced garlic

1/2 tsp onion powder 

4 oz cubed cream cheese 

1 cup heavy cream 

1 cup sour cream 

1 cup Parmesan cheese 

16 oz artichoke hearts diced 

Method

Begin by cooking pasta per directions for al dente. Drain and set aside. 

On medium, in a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp of butter. Then add in the diced spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes while stirring until wilted. Remove the spinach from the pan and drain any of the spinach water, then add in 4 tbsp of butter and melt. Once melted, add minced garlic, shallots, roasted garlic powder, smoked salt, pepper, onion powder and stir well. Next add in cream cheese, sour cream, and stir well until it begins to slightly boil. Then, add in the Parmesan cheese and stir until combined. Once creamy, add the artichokes. Lower the heat to medium low, while stirring for about one minute. Lastly, add back in the drained spinach and cooked pasta. Stir until evenly coated and enjoy!