LEMON GOAT CHEESE PASTA WITH SPINACH
- PREP TIME: 10 minutes
- COOK TIME: 10 minutes
- YIELDS: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 16 ounces whole wheat penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of one lemon
- ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 ounces fresh goat cheese
- 3 cups spinach leaves
This recipe was a huge hit at a recent cooking class. The ingredients are fresh, but can easily be made anytime of the year.
Instructions
FIRST Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and return to pan.
NEXT In a small bowl, combine oil, lemon juice, Parmesan, and mint; season with salt and pepper and set aside.
LAST Toss hot pasta with lemon dressing, goat cheese, and spinach leaves. Divide among 6 bowls and top with additional Parmesan if desired.
