15-30 min6 servingsAmerican

Spinach, Garlic & Tomato Pasta

By Jeffrey Eisner

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6 servings

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10 min

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Easy

Spinach, Garlic & Tomato Pasta
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Recipe Details

Course: Dinner, Main Dishes

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 20 min

Total Time: 15-30 min

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook, Sauté

Cuisine: American

Diet: Dairy Free, Vegetarian

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 shallots
  • 15 garlic cloves
  • 2 cups dry white wine or additional broth
  • 2 cups Garlic Broth or low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 lb whole-wheat penne
  • 1 1/4 lbs cherry or grape tomatoes
  • 8-10 oz baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
I almost called this dish the Three Stooges because it focuses on a trio of outrageously simple, healthy, and tasty ingredients and is so easy to make, it’s goofy. You may just become a permanent fan of whole-wheat pasta after this one, too. Photos by Aleksey Zozulya

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add the oil to the Instant Pot, hit Sauté, and Adjust so it’s on the More or High setting. After 3 minutes of heating, add the shallots and sauté for 2 minutes. Add all the garlic and sauté for 3–5 minutes, until browned but not charred.
  2. Pour in the wine and scrape any dark bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the broth and pasta but do not stir. Just smooth it out so it’s mostly submerged in the broth (it’s okay if some peeks above).
  3. Top with the tomatoes and spinach and again, do not stir. (NOTE: The reason we don’t stir the pot once pasta is added is so that it won’t “clog up” the pot when attempting to come to pressure. It also ensures the pasta cooks evenly.)
  4. Secure the lid, move the valve to the sealing position, hit Keep Warm/Cancel, and then hit Manual or Pressure Cook on High Pressure for 4 minutes. Quick release when done.
  5. Stir in the Parmesan (if using), let rest for 2 minutes to slightly cool and thicken, and serve.

Notes

JEFF’S TIP: If you prefer to use regular penne, up the pressure cook time from 4 to 6 minutes in Step 4. The nutrition information remains virtually the same., Fat: 12g
Carbs: 63.8g
Sodium: 405mg
Protein: 17.7g
Fiber: 9.3g
Sugars: 5.3g

About the chef

Jeffrey Eisner

Jeffrey Eisner

Jeffrey Eisner is a multiple-time #1 bestselling author where his debut cookbook was one of the most sold during the 2020 pandemic – a time when people were cooking at home more than ever. His trusted and signature recipes earned him numerous appearances on both national and international television. He develops and tests his recipes in both the rural farmlands and in the bustling city. When not cooking, he enjoys traveling with his partner Richard, and spoiling their dog, Banjo the Norwich Terrier. He also loves pinball.

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