Cheesy leek & spinach pasta

Health score
37%
Cheesy leek & spinach pasta
35 min.
4
809kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Cheesy Leek & Spinach Pasta, a dish that beautifully marries rich flavors and creamy textures. In just 35 minutes, you can create a meal that is not only satisfying but also a feast for the eyes and the palate. Imagine the aroma of sautéed leeks mingling with the lusciousness of Danish blue cheese and the freshness of spinach, all coming together in a harmonious symphony of taste.

This recipe is perfect for a family lunch, a casual dinner, or even as a side for a festive gathering. With creamy crème fraîche and the bold tang of wholegrain mustard, each bite envelops you in comfort while the vibrant colors of the spinach and sundried tomatoes provide a pop of visual appeal. Plus, it's easily adaptable, allowing you to swap in your favorite pasta shape or adjust the cheese to suit your preferences.

At a hearty 809 calories per serving, this dish fuels you without compromising on flavor. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or impressing guests, our Cheesy Leek & Spinach Pasta is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen. Dive into this gooey, cheesy goodness and let your taste buds revel in each delicious mouthful – your table is waiting!

Ingredients

  • knob butter good
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • large leek thinly sliced
  • 500 soup noodles 
  • 200 ml crème fraîche 
  • tbsp coarse mustard 
  • 125 cheese diced blue
  •  sun-dried olives drained thinly sliced in oil
  • 225 baby spinach 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Melt the butter with the oil in a large pan, tip in the leeks and splash in a little hot water. Cover and cook over a low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until no longer squeaky.
  2. While the leeks are cooking, boil the penne in salted water according to the packet instructions. Meanwhile, tip the crme frache, sundried tomatoes and mustard into the leeks, add three-quarters of the cheese and season well. Stir until the cheese melts. Take off the heat.
  3. Drain the pasta, reserving the cooking water. Tip the pasta into the sauce and stir, adding enough cooking water to make the sauce coat the pasta. Stir in the spinach, a big handful at a time, until it wilts, splashing in a little more water if needed. Toss in the remaining cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories809kcal
Protein13.69%
Fat33.56%
Carbs52.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.25
Glycemic Load
40.29
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
36.479130537614%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.42mg
Kaempferol
4.78mg
Myricetin
0.29mg
Quercetin
2.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:808.77kcal
40.44%
Fat:30.3g
46.61%
Saturated Fat:14.52g
90.73%
Carbohydrates:107.15g
35.72%
Net Carbohydrates:100.45g
36.53%
Sugar:8.63g
9.59%
Cholesterol:71.22mg
23.74%
Sodium:359.64mg
15.64%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.81g
55.62%
Vitamin K:298.46µg
284.25%
Vitamin A:6801.15IU
136.02%
Selenium:92.2µg
131.71%
Manganese:1.96mg
98.14%
Phosphorus:479mg
47.9%
Folate:172.72µg
43.18%
Calcium:386.28mg
38.63%
Magnesium:146.11mg
36.53%
Copper:0.57mg
28.32%
Vitamin C:23.17mg
28.08%
Fiber:6.69g
26.77%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
25.76%
Potassium:901.67mg
25.76%
Iron:4.61mg
25.62%
Zinc:3.53mg
23.53%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.42%
Vitamin E:2.75mg
18.31%
Vitamin B3:3.16mg
15.78%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.36%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.31%
Vitamin B12:0.44µg
7.37%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.25%