There is this wonderful Filipino woman that lives in the condo building I work in who has a passion for food that I admire. She doesn't cook complex meals but rather uses the freshest ingredients (she shops daily at multiple markets) to create simple yet delicious meals. And lucky for me she brings me lunch or snacks every day. Last week she brought me pasta with apple and spinach with a side of bread and cheese. I decided to combine the cheese (melted of course) with the pasta and it was fabulous. So quick to put together and so flavorful. This is perfect for a quick week night meal or something to bring for lunch to spice things up.

Spinach & Apple Pasta

WifePlzak (& friend) orginal

8 oz. linguine pasta

2 apples, 1/4 inch dice

1/4 lbs monster cheese, 1/4 inch dice

1-2 oz fresh spinach

1/4 c. olive oil

salt and pepper to taste

Cook pasta in salted water. Meanwhile in a medium bowl combine, diced apples, cheese and chiffanade spinach. Once pasta is cooked, drain and add to apple, cheese and spinach mix. (The warm pasta will cause the cheese to melt, however the cheese should be cut in small cubes thus preventing a sticky mess) Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Serve with grilled chicken or crusty bread. (or both!)

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