This quick and satisfying pasta dish features tender pieces of lamb, vibrant sun-dried tomatoes, and wilted spinach tossed in a luscious, creamy sauce. Served in a rustic ceramic bowl, it’s a comforting and flavorful meal that looks as good as it tastes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about ½ cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the lamb cubes generously with salt and pepper. Add the lamb to the hot skillet in a single layer (work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding).
Sear the lamb on all sides until browned and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Remove the lamb from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the drained chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing their flavor to infuse the oil.
Stir in the chopped fresh spinach and cook until it wilts down, about 1-2 minutes.
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the vegetables. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.
If using, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
Add the cooked lamb back into the skillet with the creamy sauce.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss everything together to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta cooking water until it reaches your desired consistency.
Serve the creamy Tuscan lamb pasta immediately in bowls. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Servings 2
Serving Size 1.5 cups
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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