# What you'll need:
→ Pasta
01 - 12 oz fettuccine or linguine
→ Sauce
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
05 - 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
06 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (whole milk preferred)
07 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 4 cups baby spinach, roughly chopped
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
11 - ⅛ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
→ Garnish
12 - Extra grated Parmesan, for serving
13 - Freshly ground black pepper
14 - Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# Preparation steps:
01 - Boil pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
02 - Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Sprinkle flour into the skillet and whisk constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.
04 - Gradually whisk in vegetable broth, bringing to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Whisk in Greek yogurt, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using until smooth and creamy.
06 - Add chopped spinach and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring until wilted.
07 - Add cooked pasta to skillet. Toss gently to coat, adding reserved pasta water incrementally to achieve a silky consistency.
08 - Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan, freshly ground black pepper, and parsley if desired.
