Fettuccine with Spinach & Cream

Ingredients

2 T butter

3 T finely chopped or grated onion

1 1/2 cup half & half

8 oz. fresh spinach, stems removed

3/4 t. salt

1/4 t. pepper

1 lb. fettuccine

3 T chopped fresh basil (or 1 1/2 t. dried)

1/2 cup almonds, sliced or slivered

3/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese

Preparation

Melt butter in a large pan. Add onion and cook 2-3 minutes or until soft. Add half and half and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Cook 2-3 minutes to thicken. Add salt, pepper and basil. Add spinach and cook until wilted, 1-2 minutes longer.

Toss pasta with sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan.

*this recipe came from Priscilla's mom, Betty - many years ago - it's one of my favorites!

-Sarah