Baked Brie, Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Pasta

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This baked Brie, sun-dried tomato and spinach pasta is the ultimate comfort dish with a touch of sophistication. The creamy melted Brie creates a velvety sauce that fills in the ridges of fusilli pasta, ensuring the sauce clings to every bite, while Parmesan cheese gives it a nutty, savory depth. Sun-dried tomatoes bring a tangy sweetness that balances the richness. Add a hint of heat with a little crushed red pepper, plus wilted spinach for earthy notes and nutrients, and you’ve got a balanced dish that feels both hearty and refined.

Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
  • With this creamy pasta dinner, you can have elegance on your table in just half an hour.
  • Whole-wheat pasta is a great source of fiber, contributing to sustained energy.
  • If you want to keep it vegetarian, be sure to buy Parmesan cheese without rennet.
an image of the ingredients to make the Baked Brie & Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • ¼ cup chopped drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes

  • 4 cloves garlic, sliced

  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves

  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 1 (8-ounce) wheel triple-cream Brie, top rind removed

  • 8 ounces whole-wheat fusilli

  • 5 cup baby spinach (5 ounces)

  • 4 tablespoons grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, divided

  • 2 tablespoons basil leaves

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat.

  2. In a 9-inch-square baking or casserole dish, stir together ¼ cup oil, ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, the sliced garlic, 2 teaspoons thyme and ½ teaspoon each crushed red pepper and salt. Place Brie in the center and turn to coat, leaving it cut-side up. Bake until the edges of the Brie have melted, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven. Carefully pick up the Brie with tongs; scoop the melted cheese into the baking dish (discard the rind).

    an image of the brie after baking

    Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

  3. Meanwhile, add 8 ounces fusilli to the boiling water; cook until al dente, about 9 minutes. Stir in 5 cups spinach; cook for 30 seconds. Using a spider or a large slotted spoon, transfer the pasta and spinach to the melted Brie (leave the pasta water in the pot). Stir until coated. Add 3 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano; stir to combine, adding up to ¼ cup of the pasta water, stirring constantly, to reach the desired consistency. Divide among 4 shallow bowls and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon Parmigiano-Reggiano. Top with 2 tablespoons basil.

    an image of the Baked Brie & Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

    Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Recipe developed by Marianne Williams

EatingWell.com, December 2024

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

597 Calories
34g Fat
54g Carbs
25g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size about 1 cup
Calories 597
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 54g 20%
Dietary Fiber 9g 34%
Total Sugars 1g
Added Sugars 0g 0%
Protein 25g 51%
Total Fat 34g 43%
Saturated Fat 13g 65%
Cholesterol 62mg 21%
Vitamin A 292µg
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 4mg 24%
Folate 155µg
Vitamin K 189µg
Sodium 777mg 34%
Calcium 226mg 17%
Iron 4mg 24%
Magnesium 130mg 31%
Potassium 642mg 14%
Zinc 4mg 33%
Vitamin B12 1µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.