Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
- Halve the baby tomatoes, arrange on a baking tray, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and roast for 2-3 hours until soft and jammy.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté the minced red onion for 3-4 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir well, and gradually pour in the chicken broth. Mix continuously until slightly thickened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Incorporate heavy cream, dried oregano, and smoked paprika into the sauce. Let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Fill a large pot with water, bring to a boil, add salt and cook pasta until just under al dente. Reserve about a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Combine drained pasta into the creamy sauce, tossing to coat. Add reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Fold in slow-roasted tomatoes and fresh spinach until the spinach wilts.
- Stir in grated Pecorino Romano cheese and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice before serving. Garnish with fresh basil.
Nutrition
Notes
For optimal results, save some pasta water before draining, and consider keeping spinach and cheese separate until ready to serve.
