Indulge your children’s love for pasta with this nutritious and versatile ingredient! While pasta might not be your top choice, it’s worth incorporating into your meals occasionally. Pasta is a vital component of a healthy diet, offering a wealth of nutrients to keep us energised. Rich in complex carbohydrates and protein, pasta fuels the body and supports an active lifestyle. Its versatility shines through in the various shapes and forms available, making it a staple in many cuisines.
Enhance the flavour of pasta with ingredients like tomato and spinach for a nutritious boost. To achieve a creamy texture, consider adding cream, cheese, and butter to your pasta dishes. The shape of pasta plays a significant role in the overall dining experience. Opt for small shapes like risoni or quadrucci in soups, while long pasta like spaghetti and tagliatelle shines in creamy or tomato-based sauces.
For a delightful and creamy spaghetti dish, combine coconut cream, butter, and spinach. The combination of butter and coconut milk adds a rich creaminess to the dish, while spinach offers a powerhouse of nutrients.
Spinach is gaining popularity for good reason—it’s packed with cancer-fighting antioxidants, vitamin C, and iron. This versatile vegetable pairs well with a variety of dishes, including pizzas, scrambled eggs, couscous, and smoothies. Embrace the goodness of spinach in your meals for a nutritious and delicious touch!
Creamy Spaghetti with Spinach, Prawns and Mushroom
Here is another way to enjoy your spinach.
- 200g spaghetti – cooked
- 2 shallots -diced
- 2 spring onions (scallions) – chopped
- 150g raw king prawns
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tinned coconut milk
- handful of sliced mushrooms
- 2 handful of baby spinach
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp fresh or ground ginger
- 1 vegetable stock
- salt and pepper to taste
Heat the oil in a large saucepan, add the shallots, garlic, spring onions and cook for 3-4 minutes.
Add 1 tablespoon of butter in the saucepan then add the raw prawns, cook on both sides on medium heat for 2-3 minutes, remove from the heat to add later.
Now, stir in the sliced mushrooms, ginger, chilli and turmeric cook for 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable stock including the coconut milk, spinach and bring to the boil. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
Add the cooked spaghetti, topped with the cooked prawns and simmer for 3-5 minutes and serve.