Creamy Tomato and Spinach Pasta Sauce

Entire batch contains 805 calories, 9 fiber, 16 protein

• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 1/2 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp granulated garlic
• 2 tbsp all purpose flour
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

In a large saucepan, combine tomatoes, spinach, salt, pepper, basil, and garlic. Cook and stir until sauce comes to a boil.

Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together flour, milk, cream, and parmesan. Add this mixture to the tomato mixture on the stove and continue heating and stiring until mixture has thickened (about 5 minutes). 

Add to sauce your choice of pasta noodles (4 servings worth), tortellini (16 oz package), or 1 package homemade gnocchi, all cooked according to package directions. Stir to coat then serve.