Linguine with Sardines and Spinach

  • Prep 5 min
  • Total 25 min
  • Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound linguine
  • 3 ounce tin sardines, drained and roughly chopped
  • 4 cups baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon, for the juice
  • 1 pinch coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps

  • 1
    Boil the linguine in a large pot of salted water. Reserve 1/2 cup (at least!) of the pasta water. Drain the rest and return to the pot.
  • 2
    Add a tablespoon or 2 of the oil to the pasta and toss.
  • 3
    Toss the spinach into the pot and toss to start wilting.
  • 4
    Add the chopped sardines, followed by the toasted breadcrumbs.
  • 5
    Give a good toss, and then grate some parmesan cheese right in.
  • 6
    Add the reserved pasta water to create a thin sauce. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and toss to combine everything.
  • 7
    Add the last tablespoon of oil, if needed. Squeeze the lemon juice in and toss one more time.
  • 8
    Serve family style with more lemon juice, cheese and oil on hand. Dig in!

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