Description
A comforting and flavorful Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta recipe that is perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal. This hearty dish combines the richness of Italian sausage with the freshness of spinach and tomatoes, all tossed together with tender penne pasta and savory seasonings.
Ingredients
Scale
Penne Pasta:
- 12 oz penne pasta
Italian Sausage Mixture:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 5 oz fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Chopped fresh basil, optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Penne Pasta: Boil the penne pasta in salted water per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Italian Sausage Mixture: Brown the sausage in olive oil, add garlic and red pepper flakes, then pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add Spinach and Finish the Dish: Stir in fresh spinach until wilted. Combine with cooked pasta, Parmesan cheese, and mix well. Serve hot, garnished with more Parmesan and basil.
Notes
- You can use turkey sausage for a leaner alternative.
- Opt for gluten-free pasta to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Enhance with additional veggies like mushrooms or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
