Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta

Ingredients for Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta

Serves: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes

  • 1 lb (450g) Italian sausage meat (mild or spicy)
  • 4 servings of pasta (farfalle works great, but any type will do)
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped
  • 7 oz (200g) cherry tomatoes, roughly chopped
  • 1 handful of fresh spinach leaves
  • 2 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Prepare the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Cook the sausage: While the pasta is boiling, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage meat, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until nearly done.
  3. Add garlic and tomatoes: Stir in the chopped garlic and cook until fragrant. Add the cherry tomatoes, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir and cook until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
  4. Finish the sauce: Mix in the tomato puree and fresh spinach. Let the spinach wilt into the sauce.
  5. Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated with the sausage and tomato spinach sauce.
  6. Season and serve: Sprinkle with chili flakes and black pepper for added flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy your hearty Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta!

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