penne with sausage and spinach

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Carol Perricone
Massapequa Park, NY

I got this recipe from a neighbor who was a good friend, and we were discussing quick recipes, that were different from the usual pasta with red sauce.My husband loves this recipe, and requests it often. I even make it for company, and it makes a wonderful presentation. My friends always ask me for the recipe. I hope you enjoy it too.

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For penne with sausage and spinach

  • 1 lb
    penne pasta
  • 8 oz
    fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 Tbsp
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1 lb
    bulk italian sausage
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 2 1/2 c
    chicken stock (or broth)
  • 1/8 tsp
    crushed red pepper flakes
  • 10oz pkg
    fresh baby spinach
  • 1/4 c
    butter (1/2 stick)
  • 1 1/2 c
    grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    cornstarch (optional)

How To Make penne with sausage and spinach

  • 1
    Boil a large pot of salted water, and cook penne pasta according to package directions.
  • 2
    Take a large skillet, drizzle olive oil in pan, and saute sausage, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms, until lightly browned.
  • 3
    Add chicken stock (broth), red pepper flakes, and bring to a boil. Add spinach and cook until wilted, (about 5 minutes). Turning often.
  • 4
    When done, stir in butter until melted, add parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Stir meat sauce until thickened. (if desired, add the cornstarch now to thicken sauce to preferred consistency).
  • 5
    Toss pasta with sauce, and serve with a green salad and crusty bread. Enjoy

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