Penne With Spinach, Pine Nuts, and Raisins

Name: Penne With Spinach, Pine Nuts, and Raisins
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 lb penne; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb fresh spinach, coarsely chopped; salt; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste); 1/2 cup raisins; 1/4 cup pine nuts

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

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Ready In:: 40mins
Ingredients:: 8
Serves:: 4

ingredients

1 lb penne
¹⁄₃ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb fresh spinach, coarsely chopped
salt
¹⁄₄ teaspoon red pepper flakes (to taste)
¹⁄₂ cup raisins
¹⁄₄ cup pine nuts

directions

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the penne until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, stir occasionally.
Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add in the garlic, spinach, salt to taste, and red pepper flakes; cook until the spinach is tender, about 2-4 minutes.
Add in raisins and pine nuts; keep warm over low heat.
When the pasta is cooked, drain it and transfer to a large serving bowl.
Add in the spinach mixture and remaining oil; toss; adjust seasoning to taste; serve.