To amp up the veggies even more, try adding asparagus or peas to the dish.

Reserve 1 cup cooking water; drain the pasta and set aside.

Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

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Add shallot and garlic; cook, stirring often, until translucent, about 2 minutes.

Add anchovy paste; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add spinach; cook, stirring constantly, until bright green and wilted, about 1 minute.

Transfer the spinach mixture to a blender.

Add 1/4 cup of the reserved pasta water, if necessary, to thin the sauce.

Transfer the sauce to a large skillet over medium heat.

Divide the pasta among 4 bowls; sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.

Garnish with additional herbs, if desired.

To serve, proceed with Step 4; add cooked pasta once the sauce is hot.

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