Orecchiette With Sausage And Spinach Recipe
Enjoy a flavorful orecchiette with sausage and spinach recipe featuring tender pasta, savory sausage, and fresh spinach in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz orecchiette pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 3 cups fresh spinach (washed and trimmed)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup reserved pasta water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the orecchiette pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and drain the rest.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, toss to combine, and stir in reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then garnish with grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, sprinkle red pepper flakes or drizzle lemon juice before serving.
- Substitute kale or arugula for spinach if desired.
- Use spicy sausage for a kick of heat!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg