Italian Bean Sausage Pasta
Savor the robust flavors of Italy with this hearty Italian Bean Sausage Pasta, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed dinners. Tender penne pasta is tossed in a rich, savory sauce made with crumbled Italian sausage, fragrant garlic, and sweet diced tomatoes. Creamy white beans add a unique twist, boosting both flavor and texture, while fresh spinach adds a vibrant, healthy touch. Topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this dish strikes the perfect balance between hearty comfort and wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Italian-inspired recipe is ideal for feeding a hungry crowd or meal prepping for the week. Serve it with a side of crusty bread and a crisp green salad for the ultimate Mediterranean dining experience.
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Ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 15 oz canned white beans (like cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0 to taste salt
- 0 to taste black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Remove the casings from the Italian sausage, if using links, and crumble the sausage into the skillet. Cook, breaking it into small pieces, for about 5-7 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
Step 4
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Step 5
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6
Add the canned diced tomatoes, white beans, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine. Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
Step 8
Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 9
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Step 10
Serve the pasta in bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1772.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3084.4 |
| Total Fat 132.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 39.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g | |
| Cholesterol 248.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6407.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 349.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 43.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.3g | |
| Protein 136.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 953.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 30.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3818.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories