Creamy Salmon and Spinach Pasta

Ingredients

• 8 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
• 12 oz skinless salmon fillet, cut into cubes
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 cup basil pesto
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• Fresh basil leaves
• Grated Parmesan cheese
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2. Season salmon with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook salmon until browned and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, combine basil pesto, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Cook over low heat until heated through and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Add cooked pasta, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and cooked salmon to the skillet. Toss to combine and heat through, about 2 minutes.
5. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes if desired.