This sausage and spinach pasta recipe is a quick and satisfying meal that combines savory sausage with fresh spinach and pasta. It’s a perfect weeknight dinner option that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.
The recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it easy to whip up even on busy days. You can customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or spices.
Quick and Easy Sausage and Spinach Pasta
This dish features cooked pasta tossed with sautéed sausage and fresh spinach, creating a delicious and nutritious meal. The recipe serves 4 and takes about 25 minutes from start to finish.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or fusilli work well)
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
- 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add Garlic and Spinach: Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional minute. Then, add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
- Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Plate the pasta and garnish with chopped fresh basil if desired. Serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 450kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
This recipe is part of my 35 Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes. Just click that link to see all the amazing options!
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