Description
This creamy salmon penne is a delightful dish that combines fresh ingredients and comforting flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225g) penne pasta
- 1 lb (450g) skinless fresh salmon fillet
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
- 2 cups (60g) fresh spinach
- 1 cup (100g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, heavy cream, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and half the Parmesan until smooth. Gently fold in the cooked pasta, sautéed spinach, and flaked salmon.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg