Orange-Spinach Pasta Recipe

Bring 3 qts lightly salted water to a boil in a large covered pot over high heat.

Meanwhile, finely grate the zest from 1 orange, then squeeze juice from both. Slice scallions (you should have about 3/4 cup).

Bring orange juice and scallions to a simmer in a large nonstick skillet. Cook 3 minutes, or until juice is reduced to about 1 Tbsp. Add half & half and grated zest. Simmer 1 minute, then remove skillet from heat.

Stir pasta into pot of boiling water. Cook, stirring often, 3 minutes. Stir in spinach and cook 1 minute more, or until pasta is firm-tender. Drain in a colander and return to pot. Add orange sauce; toss to mix and coat. Serve grated Parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper at the table, if you wish.