Orecchiette With Sausage And Spinach Recipe
This Orecchiette with Sausage and Spinach recipe combines tender pasta, seasoned sausage, and fresh spinach for a savory and comforting dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 12 oz orecchiette pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 10 oz halal sausage, crumbled
- 6 oz fresh spinach, washed and chopped
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the orecchiette in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the crumbled sausage and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Toss the cooked orecchiette into the skillet with the sausage and spinach mixture. Mix well to combine.
- If the dish seems dry, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
- Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle freshly chopped parsley or basil before serving.
- Use any leafy greens if spinach is unavailable, such as kale or arugula.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg