Best 5 Pasta With Spinach And Sausage Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our delightful pasta recipes, featuring the vibrant flavors of spinach and succulent sausage. From the classic Italian flavors of Pasta with Spinach and Sausage to the creamy richness of Sausage and Spinach Stuffed Shells, each dish is a testament to the versatility of these ingredients. Explore the simplicity of One-Pot Pasta with Spinach and Sausage, where convenience meets flavor, or elevate your palate with the elegant flavors of Spinach and Sausage Cannelloni. For a vegetarian twist, try our vibrant Spinach and Feta Stuffed Shells, a delightful combination of flavors and textures. Each recipe promises a unique culinary experience, sure to satisfy your cravings for a satisfying and flavorful meal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE-SPINACH PASTA SUPPER



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You won't miss the marinara sauce once you taste this pasta dish flavored with chicken broth and Italian sausage. "It's incredibly easy, and the ingredients create their own sauce," notes Daphine Smith of Baytown, Texas. "My husband likes it so much that I make it once a week."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 Italian sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 small onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta, broken in half
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the sausage, onion and garlic in oil over medium heat until sausage is browned; drain. , Add broth; bring to a boil. Add pasta; cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Gradually add spinach. Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until pasta is tender and spinach is wilted. In a small bowl, combine flour, pepper and cream until smooth; stir into pasta mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 1393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

ORECCHIETTE WITH SAUSAGE AND SPINACH



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Kosher salt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces bulk sweet Italian sausage
1 bunch scallions, chopped (white and green parts separated)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 14-ounce can cherry tomatoes
12 ounces orecchiette
8 cups baby spinach (about 4 ounces), roughly chopped
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 3 minutes. Add the scallion whites and rosemary and cook until the scallions begin to wilt, about 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes with their juices and 1⁄2 cup of the boiling water. Let simmer while you cook the pasta.
  • Add the pasta to the pot of boiling water and cook as the label directs for al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.
  • Add the pasta to the tomato sauce along with the spinach and half of the scallion greens. Toss to coat the pasta and wilt the spinach, about 1 minute, gradually adding the reserved pasta water as needed to loosen. Season with salt, drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and remove from the heat.
  • Sprinkle the cheese over the pasta and toss well. Divide among plates or shallow bowls and top with the remaining scallion greens.

ANGEL HAIR PASTA WITH SAUSAGE & SPINACH



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You won't miss the marinara sauce once you taste this pasta dish flavored with chicken broth and Italian sausage. The sauce simmers away on its own, without much work on your part. My husband likes it so much that I make it twice a week. -Daphine Smith, Baytown, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
8 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta, broken in half
2 packages (9 ounces each ) fresh spinach, trimmed and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the sausage, onion and garlic in oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add broth; bring to a boil. Add pasta; cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently., Gradually add spinach. Cook and stir until pasta is tender and spinach is wilted, 2-3 minutes. In a small bowl, combine the flour, pepper and cream until smooth; gradually stir into pasta mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 563 calories, Fat 26g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 77mg cholesterol, Sodium 1546mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

CREAMY SPINACH SAUSAGE PASTA



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So rich and creamy, this pasta dish is wonderfully cheesy and delicious! And for time-saving convenience, I like to assemble it the night before, then bake it the next day. -Susie Sizemore, Collinsville, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups uncooked rigatoni or large tube pasta
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen creamed spinach, thawed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Stir in the tomatoes, spinach, cream cheese and 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Drain pasta; add to sausage mixture. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish., Cover and bake at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 662 calories, Fat 37g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 1362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

TOMATO & SPINACH PASTA WITH SAUSAGE



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Stick to your smart eating plan with our Tomato & Spinach Pasta with Sausage! This pasta with sausage dish presents old-world flavor in a new-world dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Pasta

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked
1/2 lb. Italian sausage
1 pkg. (6 oz.) baby spinach leaves
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in large saucepan as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, cook sausage in deep large skillet on medium-high heat 10 to 12 min. or until done, stirring occasionally. Drain; return sausage to skillet. Add spinach and tomatoes; cook 2 min. or until spinach is wilted, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain pasta; return to pan. Add sausage mixture and cheeses; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 12 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach for the best flavor. If fresh spinach is unavailable, frozen spinach can be used instead. Just be sure to thaw it and squeeze out any excess water before using.
  • Cook the sausage until it is browned all over. This will help to develop the flavor of the sausage and prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Don't overcook the spinach. Spinach cooks very quickly, so just a few minutes in the pan is all it needs. Overcooked spinach will become wilted and lose its flavor.
  • Use a good quality pasta. The type of pasta you use will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for a pasta that is made with high-quality ingredients and has a good texture.
  • Season the dish to taste. Once the pasta is cooked, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or garlic powder.

Conclusion:

This pasta dish with spinach and sausage is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. It is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual lunch. The combination of spinach, sausage, and pasta is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed.

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