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Satisfying Sausage & Spinach Pasta for Quick Dinners

Satisfying Sausage & Spinach Pasta for Quick Dinners

A delicious Satisfying Sausage & Spinach Pasta recipe perfect for quick dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta

  • 12 ounces Pasta Penne, rigatoni, or favorite shape

For the Meat

  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Sweet or spicy

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning For flavor
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
  • Red Pepper Flakes Optional, adjust to taste

For the Vegetables

  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Or 1 cup frozen, thawed
  • Chopped Parsley For garnish

Instructions
 

Method

  • Begin by boiling water in a large pot. Add 12 ounces of your chosen pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside while you prepare the sauce.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 pound of Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  • Toss in 3 minced garlic cloves and increase the heat slightly. Add 4 cups of fresh spinach and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the spinach is wilted and vibrant.
  • Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, followed by ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Stir gently until everything is combined and the cheese melts into a creamy sauce.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, giving everything a good toss to ensure the sauce coats the pasta evenly. Heat for an additional minute, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Plate your comforting Sausage & Spinach Pasta, garnishing with a sprinkle of red pepper flakes and chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg
Keyword comfort food, Pasta, quick dinner, Sausage, spinach
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