Meal Kit

Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Penne Pasta

with sun-dried tomatoes

Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate

Spice Level: Mild

Cook Within: 7 days

Contains: Milk, Wheat

  • Under %{max_calories} calories
    Vegetarian
All ingredients are individually packaged, but our central facility is not certified allergen-free. Furthermore, ingredient contents may vary. Please check ingredient packaging for allergens and nutrition facts. If you have serious allergies, please use your best judgment or consult a health professional to decide if our meals are safe for you!
A note about serious food allergies

There's no reason your favorite appetizer dip can't also morph into your dinner. We've done it before; packed the briny, salty artichoke, cheese, and spinach flavors on top of a chicken breast. Now we're mixing it with the pasta, bringing all the flavors that your taste buds have been dying for. One spoonful, and you'll be putting this recipe in the front of your binder. Tip: You don't need Paul Sorvino wielding a razor blade to get super thin slices of garlic. (That's from “Goodfellas”, for all you non-movie fans.) Just be sure to tuck the fingertips of your garlic-holding hand for safety, and use your knuckle as your guide.

In Your Box (serves 2)

  • Info
    4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
  • 6 oz. Artichoke Hearts
  • Info
    5 oz. Penne Pasta
  • 5 oz. Baby Spinach
  • Info
    2 oz. Light Cream Cheese
  • Info
    1 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 oz. Julienned Sun-Dried Tomatoes
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
Contains: Sulfites
Food intolerance information

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.

  • Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories
    520
  • Carbohydrates
    65g
  • Net Carbs
    59g
  • Fat
    21g
  • Protein
    21g
  • Sodium
    1500mg

Recipe Steps

You Will Need

  • Olive Oil
  • Salt
  • 1 Medium Pot
  • 1 Colander
  • 1 Large 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

  • Meatlovers! If using protein, pat dry and cook in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat with 1 tsp. olive oil. If using whole chicken breasts, on a clean cutting board, cut into 1” dice. Stir occasionally until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes. If using diced chicken breasts, stir occasionally until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes. If using Italian sausage, remove from casing, if necessary, and break up until sausage reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes. If using shrimp, cook until shrimp reach minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side. Add to pasta as desired.

  1. 1

    Cook the Pasta

    Once water is boiling, add pasta and cook until al dente, 10-12 minutes.

    Reserve 1 cup pasta cooking water. Drain pasta in a colander and set aside.

    While pasta cooks, continue recipe.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Coarsely chop spinach.

    Mince sun-dried tomatoes.

    Drain artichokes, rinse, and pat dry. Coarsely chop.

    Thinly slice garlic.

  3. 3

    Cook the Vegetables

    Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.

    Add garlic to hot pan and cook until aromatic, 15-30 seconds.

    Add spinach, artichokes, 1/4 tsp. salt, and red pepper flakes (to taste). Stir occasionally until spinach is wilted, 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Make the Sauce

    Stir softened cream cheese into hot pan. Add cream base and 1/4 tsp. salt. Bring to a simmer.

    Once simmering, stir often until incorporated, 30-60 seconds.

    Stir in 1/2 cup pasta cooking water, Parmesan (reserve a pinch for garnish), and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir in pasta and bring to a boil.

    Once boiling, stir occasionally until sauce is slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes.

    Remove from burner. If sauce is too thick, add additional pasta cooking water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

  5. 5

    Finish the Dish

    Plate dish as pictured on front of card, garnishing pasta with reserved Parmesan. Bon appétit!

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