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Pasta with Baby Spinach & Artichokes

Ingredients

  • 1 can of artichokes (packed in water, not oil!)
  • 1 packet Penne Rigata Pasta
  • 1 clove garlic, crushed
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
  • 1/3 cup finely slices spring onions
  • 2 cups washed, thinly sliced baby spinach
  • 4 teaspoons grated parmesan cheese
  • serves 4-6

Directions

  1. Trim artichokes and cut into quarters.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to the boil, add pasta and cook until al dente, about 12 minutes, drain and keep warm.
  3. Saute artichokes and garlic gently in a non-stick pan. Add chicken stock, oregano, lemon zest, spring onions and spinach, cook 3 minutes.
  4. Pour sauce over pasta, sprinkle with parmesan and garnish with a sprig of oregano.