Simple Italian Sausage Pasta
5min
20min
4
580
Chef's Note
For an extra flavor boost, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce if you like a little heat. The spinach can be substituted with any quick-cooking vegetable you have on hand, such as frozen peas or sliced zucchini.
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Ingredients
12 oz penne pasta
1 lb mild Italian sausage
24 oz jarred marinara sauce
2 cups baby spinach
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add 1 tsp of salt and 12 oz of penne pasta. Cook according to package directions until al dente, usually 8-10 minutes.
- 2
While pasta is cooking, remove casings from 1 lb of Italian sausage and break into small pieces.
- 3
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage pieces until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.
- 4
Pour 24 oz of marinara sauce into the skillet with the cooked sausage. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes.
- 5
Add 2 cups of baby spinach to the sauce and stir until wilted, about 1 minute.
- 6
Drain the cooked pasta and add it directly to the sauce. Stir to coat the pasta evenly.
- 7
Serve in bowls topped with grated parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
580
28g
55g
27g
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