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Creamed Spinach Cavatappi
with toasted Asiago breadcrumbs
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesVegetarian
- Mediterranean
Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
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8 oz. Cooked Cavatappi Pasta
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4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 5 oz. Baby Spinach
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2 oz. Part-Skim Ricotta Cheese
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2 oz. Shredded Asiago Cheese
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1 oz. Basil Pesto
- 2 tsp. Minced Garlic and Parsley
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⅓ oz. Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp. Seasoned Salt Blend
- ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories510
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Carbohydrates48g
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Net Carbs43g
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Fat27g
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Protein20g
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Sodium990mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Mixing Bowl
- 1 Large Oven-Safe Non-Stick Pan
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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Meatlovers! If using protein, cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil.
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If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
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If using sirloin steaks, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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Add protein to meal as desired.
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1 Prepare Spinach and Make Ricotta Topping
Coarsely chop spinach.
In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, pesto, and a pinch of salt. Set aside. -
2 Cook the Spinach
Place a large oven-safe non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.
Add spinach and minced garlic and parsley to hot pan. Stir occasionally until spinach is wilted and garlic is fragrant, 1-2 minutes. -
3 Add the Sauce and Pasta
Add cream base, half the Asiago (reserve remaining for topping), seasoned salt, a pinch of pepper, and pasta to hot pan.
Stir often until combined and pasta is heated through, 2-3 minutes.Remove from burner. -
4 Broil Pasta and Finish Dish
Evenly top pasta with dollops of ricotta topping, then remaining Asiago, panko, and red pepper flakes (to taste).
Transfer to hot broiler and broil until panko is browned, 1-2 minutes.Don't text and broil! Keep an eye on oven as panko may burn easily under broiler.Carefully remove from broiler. Pan handle will be hot! Use an oven mitt.Plate dish as pictured on front of card. Bon appétit!
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