Creamy Citrus-Herb Spinach Penne



1 package (8.8 ounces) homestyle penne pasta
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, stemmed and chopped
½ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
2 cups packed baby spinach leaves

Prepare pasta according to package directions. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and stir until mixed well with butter. Continue to cook and stir for 1 minute. Do not brown. Gradually add milk, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth. Stir in parsley, rosemary, and thyme. Simmer, stirring frequently, until sauce begins to thicken, about 3 minutes. 



Add Parmesan, lemon juice and zest. Add pasta and spinach. Cook and stir until spinach wilts and all ingredients are well coated.




My Rating: 4/5 "Citrus is always a great flavoring! The combination of lemon and spinach here is really on-point. The sauce is a little gloopy, but it tastes good and that's what matters. Easy to prepare and easy to eat!"

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