Description
Tuscan Sausage Pasta is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that captures the essence of Italian home cooking. With its perfect balance of savory sausage, fresh spinach, and tangy tomatoes, this dish is not only quick to make but also a crowd-pleaser for family dinners and gatherings. Each bite delivers warmth and satisfaction, making it an ideal comfort food option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot with salt. Add penne and cook until al dente according to package instructions.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, onions, and garlic. Cook until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Crumble in sausage and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add diced tomatoes with juices and fresh spinach; stir until spinach wilts (2 minutes).
- Drain pasta (reserve some water) and mix into the skillet. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes until melted and well combined.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg