Linguini With Creamy Spinach

Directions

1. 1
   Remove any tough stems from the fresh spinach.
2. 2
   In large frying pan, melt butter over low heat.
3. 3
   Add green onions and garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. 4
   Add spinach and salt and stir until wilted.
5. 5
   Simmer until liquid evaporates from spinach, about 5 minutes.
6. 6
   In large pot of boiling water, cook linguini according to package directions.
7. 7
   Reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
8. 8
   Drain linguini and toss with 3/4 cup of pasta water, spinach mixture, cream cheese, parsley, and ground pepper.
9. 9
   If sauce seems too thick, add the rest of the reserved pasta water, otherwise you can throw out the remaining 1/4 cup pasta water.
10. 10
    Salt to taste.