Spinach and Garlic Orecchiette Gratinée Recipe

Looking for something different to make when it comes to side dishes? If so, I think you’ll appreciate our guest-post recipe from Pasta Fits. This simple garlic and olive oil pasta has the addition of toasted bread crumbs for a crunchy finish. It makes a nice side dish for chicken or fish. It whips up quickly (less than 30 minutes) and will make 4 servings.

Spinach and Garlic Orecchiette Gratinée Recipe

4 oz. orecchiette
2 tbsp. olive oil, divided
3 tbsp. bread crumbs
1/4 tsp each salt and pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 cups/8 oz. baby spinach

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain well.

Meanwhile, heat half of the oil in large skillet set over medium heat; cook bread crumbs, salt and pepper for about 2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Transfer to plate.

Heat remaining oil in same skillet; cook garlic for about 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add spinach; cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until starting to wilt.

Add pasta to skillet; toss to coat well. Top with toasted bread crumbs.

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