Popeye Pasta

• pasta↗8 ounces
• olive oil↗2 1⁄2 tablespoons
• garlic cloves, minced↗2
• lemon juice↗2 1⁄2 tablespoons
• Baby Spinach↗1 package
• parmesan cheese↗1⁄3 cup
• grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes halved)↗1 1⁄2 cups

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Put in large serving bowl.

2. 2

   In a large skillet heat over medium heat heat one tablespoon oil and add garlic and 1 tablespoon lemon juice, cook for one minutes, stirring (do not brown).

3. 3

   Increase heat to medium high and add spinach, stirring for 2-3 minutes until spinach is limp. Remove from heat. Toss with pasta.

4. 4

   In a medium bowl, combine remaining oil (1 1/2 tablespoons) and lemon juice (1 1/2 tablespoons). Stir in cheese and tomatoes.

5. 5

   Add dressing/tomato mixture to pasta/spinach and toss.

6. 6

   Season with salt and pepper, if desired.