Six-Minute, Single-Serving Spaghetti

Cinco de Mayo - Pasta and Noodle

Ideal for college dorm rooms, this recipe will satisfy a serious Italian food craving and takes just minutes to prepare using only a microwave. Can also be cooked on the stovetop. Add a variety of extra veggies for a healthier, more filling meal. Top with cheese and serve with crusty garlic bread, grilled chicken, or a fresh salad. And of course a big glass of wine!

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 4 mins

Total: 9 mins

Servings: 1

Yield: 1 serving

Six-Minute, Single-Serving Spaghetti

Ingredients

1 (3 ounce) package ramen noodles

without flavor packet

1 cup fresh baby spinach

water to cover

¼ cup pasta sauce

1 tablespoon sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil

drained and chopped

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

or to taste

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Basic Margarita

Pasta and Noodle

Directions

Step 1

Break block of ramen into 4 equal pieces. Place in a medium microwave-safe bowl and top with spinach. Fill bowl with water until noodles are covered. Microwave on high until noodles are cooked and spinach is wilted 3 1/2 minutes.

Step 2

Pour out excess water. Add pasta sauce sun-dried tomatoes and olive oil; mix until noodles are coated. Microwave again until sauce is warm about 30 seconds. Top with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information

Six-Minute, Single-Serving Spaghetti

Servings Per Recipe:1

Calories: 600.5

% Daily Value *

Protein: 14.2g 28%

Carbohydrates: 61.7g 20%

Dietary Fiber: 2.7g 11%

Sugars: 5.7g

Fat: 33.1g 51%

Saturated Fat: 11.2g 56%

Cholesterol: 10.1mg 3%

Vitamin A Iu: 3235.7IU 65%

Niacin Equivalents: 4mg 31%

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg 12%

Vitamin C: 16.7mg 28%

Folate: 68.9mcg 17%

Calcium: 164.7mg 17%

Iron: 1.5mg 9%

Magnesium: 48.6mg 17%

Potassium: 487.4mg 14%

Sodium: 838.2mg 34%

Thiamin: 0.1mg 8%

Calories From Fat: 298.1

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.