Mini Wheels with Creamy Spinach & Leek Sauce
Kid-friendly shape, adult-friendly recipe.
Course: Entree
Keyword: barilla pasta, leeks, spinach, vegetarian
Servings: 8
Author: Barilla
- 1 box Barilla Mini Wheels or Mini Farfalle
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 leek, roots removed, diced lengthwise
- 1 bag (6oz.) fresh baby spinach
- 1 ½ cups half and half
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- ½ cup Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated
- salt and black pepper, to taste
Bring a large pot of water to a boil; season with salt
Cook leeks in a large skillet over medium heat in olive oil for 5 minutes
Add baby spinach, half and half, and season with salt and black pepper; bring to a simmer
Cool sauce for five minutes
Process sauce in a blender until smooth
Cook pasta according to package directions; when 3 minutes are remaining, add broccoli to the boiling water
Drain pasta and broccoli
Toss with creamy spinach leek sauce
Stir in cheese and serve