Lunch: Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Penne

Recipe by Lindsay Funston With a super-light cream sauce, this spinach and roasted red pepper penne is addictive.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Spinach

Health and fertility benefits of Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Penne

Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility.

Ingredients

12 oz. penne
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
3 c. baby spinach
1 c. sliced jarred roasted red peppers
1/2 c. heavy cream
1/2 c. low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
Grated Parmesan, for serving

Instructions

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook penne until al dente according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup pasta water, and return to pot.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and garlic and cook until soft, 5 minutes, then add spinach and roasted red peppers. Cook until wilted and warmed through, 3 minutes.
Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and 1/4 cup pasta water and bring to a simmer.
Add cooked penne to pan and stir until coated, then season with crushed red pepper flakes.
Garnish with Parmesan and serve.

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