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Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta combining tender Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and juicy cherry tomatoes in a rich tomato sauce, served over perfectly cooked farfalle pasta. This easy-to-make dish is both comforting and packed with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Sausage and Sauce

  • 1 lb (450g) Italian sausage meat (mild or spicy)
  • 2 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped
  • 7 oz (200g) cherry tomatoes, roughly chopped
  • 1 handful of fresh spinach
  • 2 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Pasta

  • 4 servings farfalle pasta

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Begin by cooking the farfalle pasta according to the package directions until it is al dente. Drain and set aside once done.
  2. Cook the Sausage: While the pasta cooks, heat a pan over medium heat and add the Italian sausage meat. Break it up using a wooden spoon and cook until it is almost fully cooked through and starting to brown.
  3. Sauté Garlic with Sausage: Add the chopped garlic cloves and a drizzle of olive oil to the pan with the sausage. Continue cooking until the garlic is fragrant and the sausage is no longer pink in the center.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Spices: Stir in the roughly chopped cherry tomatoes, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Allow the mixture to cook down until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
  5. Incorporate Tomato Puree and Spinach: Mix in the tomato puree, then add the fresh spinach handful. Stir gently until the spinach wilts and blends into the sauce.
  6. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the drained pasta into the sausage and tomato sauce mixture. Stir thoroughly to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
  7. Season and Serve: Sprinkle the black pepper and chili flakes over the pasta to taste. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious tomato spinach sausage pasta!

Notes

  • Use mild or spicy Italian sausage based on your preferred heat level.
  • For extra flavor, add freshly grated Parmesan cheese when serving.
  • Fresh spinach can be substituted with baby kale or Swiss chard if preferred.
  • Ensure pasta is cooked al dente to maintain texture and hold the sauce well.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.

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