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Make Quick Creamy Ranch Pasta Dinner Tonight

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A quick and delicious pasta dish featuring creamy ranch flavor, cherry tomatoes, and optional spinach for a nutritious twist.

Ingredients

pasta

  • 8 oz pasta (any shape)

sauce

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese

vegetables

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup spinach (optional)

seasonings

  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions 

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet; add cherry tomatoes and cook 2-3 mins.
  • Stir in heavy cream and ranch mix; simmer gently.
  • Add cooked pasta and Parmesan; stir to combine.
  • Optional: add spinach; cook 2 mins until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pasta