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Artichoke-Spinach Dip Pasta (high protein & fiber)

So hearty and satisfying, you won’t believe this pasta fits into a healthy eating plan with 8g fiber and 17g protein!

Artichoke-Spinach Dip Pasta (high protein & fiber)

Prep: 20 minutes ...
Makes: 4 servings

Ingredients:
• 8 ounces Rummo® Pasta (elbows, farfalle, penne, rotini, rigatoni) (see note)
• 1 (6 ounce) package baby spinach, roughly chopped
• 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cut into chunks
• ¾ cup reduced-fat milk
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish, if desired
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, rinsed, squeezed dry and chopped (see Tip)

Directions:
1. Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Cook 8 ounces of pasta according to package directions. Drain.

2. Combine 5 ounces spinach and 1 tablespoon water in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until just wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.
3. Add 4 ounces cream cheese and ¾ cup milk to the pan; whisk until the cream cheese is melted.
4. Add ½ cup Parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons garlic powder and ¼ teaspoon pepper; cooking until thickened and bubbling.
5. Drain as much liquid as possible from the spinach. Stir the drained spinach into the sauce, along with 14 ounces artichokes and the pasta. Cook until warmed through.

Note: Feel free to substitute Rummo Gluten Free Pasta!

Nutrition information: 371 calories; 17g protein; 56g carbohydrate; 9g fat; 8g fiber

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