Ingredients

  • 8 ounces dried mostaccioli pasta
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cups of coarsely chopped and seeded tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 3 cups spinach, coarsely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Method

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Drain; keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook onion and garlic in hot oil over medium heat until onion is tender.
  • Add tomatoes, salt, black pepper, and, if desired, red pepper.
  • Cook and stir over medium-high heat for about two minutes or until the tomatoes are warm and release some of their juices.
  • Stir in spinach, heat just until greens are wilterd.
  • To serve, top pasta with tomato mixture; sprinkle with parmesean cheese.