Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Cook the pasta according to its package instructions.  Drain it once it’s finished and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and cook it for 1 to 2 minutes.  {If you want browned butter, cook it until it has a light brown color.}

Step 4

Add the garlic and thyme and stir.  Cook it until it’s fragrant, about 1 minute, just be careful not to over-brown the butter or garlic.

Step 5

Remove the pot from the heat and add the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt.  Stir it all to combine.

Step 6

Add the pasta, spinach, and pine nuts and toss it all to coat with the sauce.  Keep mixing it so that the spinach wilts.

Step 7

Top the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese and serve right away while it’s warm!