Best 5 Sausage Zucchini Spinach And Tomato Pasta Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing sausage, zucchini, spinach, and tomato pasta recipes. This delightful culinary journey takes you through three variations of this classic dish, each offering a unique taste experience. Whether you prefer the simplicity of a one-pot meal, the richness of a creamy sauce, or the vibrant freshness of a pesto sauce, we have a recipe to satisfy your cravings. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with these delectable pasta creations!

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ONE-POT PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND SPINACH



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This is the one-pot recipe to make when chopping an onion feels like too much work. Cooking the pasta in a combination of passata (puréed raw tomatoes) and water seasoned with cumin and red-pepper flakes infuses it with flavor all the way through. Cumin adds a subtle earthiness to the dish, but you can also use the same seasonings as those in the sausage you've chosen, like dried oregano, thyme, basil, paprika, fennel seeds or garlic. (Check the ingredients list on the package, if you're not sure.) Baby arugula, kale or other leafy greens could be substituted for the spinach, just make sure to tear or cut them into small, bite-size pieces. To make a vegetarian version, you could use mushrooms in place of the sausage at the start of the recipe, then continue with the rest.

Provided by Yasmin Fahr

Categories     dinner, quick, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 sweet or hot Italian sausages (5 to 6 ounces), casings removed
1 (24-ounce) jar passata or (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Kosher salt
1 pound cavatappi, fusilli or other small, tubular pasta
5 packed cups baby spinach (about 5 ounces)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 12-inch, deep skillet with a tight-fitting lid or a Dutch oven over medium-high until shimmering. Use your hands to pull the sausages apart into small pieces; add to the skillet and cook untouched for 1 minute.
  • Continue to cook for another 4 to 6 minutes, stirring at 1-minute intervals and breaking up the sausage into 1/2-inch chunks, until browned and crispy on the outside with no pink remaining. If you have more than 1 tablespoon of fat in the pan, drain the excess.
  • Carefully pour in the passata (it may splatter), then add the cumin, red-pepper flakes and 2 cups water, stirring to combine. Season with salt and increase the heat to bring to a boil.
  • Add the pasta, coating it with the liquid. (It won't be fully submerged, and that's OK.) Adjust the heat to maintain an active simmer with small bubbles forming on the surface. Cover and let cook, stirring every few minutes to make sure nothing is sticking at the bottom of the pan, until the pasta is al dente, about 1 minute less than the package instructions. If the pasta is still hard at this point, add a few tablespoons of warm water at a time and cook until just al dente. Depending on your pasta size and shape, you may need to add several tablespoons of water.
  • When the pasta is just al dente, reduce the heat to low and season to taste with salt. Stir in the spinach in batches, and cook, uncovered, until most of the spinach is wilted, about 1 minute more. (It will continue to wilt in the heat of the pasta after you serve it.) If the pasta seems too dry, add 1 tablespoon warm water at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • Divide pasta among serving bowls and top with Parmesan.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE & SUN-DRIED TOMATO PASTA



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Flavor-packed sausage and sun-dried tomatoes are sure to liven up any simple pasta dish. I have a feeling that once you've tried it, it'll become a family favorite!-Dawn Singleton, Eighty Four, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (16 ounces) uncooked penne pasta
1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
2/3 cup julienned soft sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons fennel seed
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 package (9 ounces) fresh spinach
3/4 cup shredded Romano cheese, divided
2/3 cup crushed seasoned salad croutons

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-6 minutes, breaking into crumbles. Stir in tomatoes, garlic, fennel seed and pepper flakes; cook 1 minute longer., Add wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is almost evaporated, 1-2 minutes. Stir in cream; cook 1 minute longer. Add spinach; cook and stir just until spinach is wilted., Drain pasta; add to sausage mixture. Stir in 1/2 cup cheese. Sprinkle with crushed croutons and remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 617 calories, Fat 33g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 949mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 24g 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

SAUSAGE, SPINACH, TOMATO RIGATONI RECIPE BY TASTY



Sausage, Spinach, Tomato Rigatoni Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, hot italian sausage, large yellow onion, garlic, salt, pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, dried parsley, tomato paste, diced tomato, grated parmesan cheese, spinach, rigatoni, ricotta cheese, fresh basil

Provided by Matthew Johnson

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
5 links hot italian sausage
1 large yellow onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, minced
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried parsley
12 oz tomato paste
15 oz diced tomato
2 cups grated parmesan cheese, divided
2 cups spinach
1 lb rigatoni, cooked
1 cup ricotta cheese
fresh basil, to garnish

Steps:

  • To a large dutch oven on medium heat, add the olive oil and heat it until it shimmers.
  • Add the hot Italian sausage, cook until the the first side browns deeply, flip and cook on the other side until the sausage is fully cooked, 15 minutes. Remove the sausages from the pan and slice when they cool down.
  • To the leftover pan drippings, add the chopped yellow onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, dried basil, dried oregano, and dried parsley. Cook until the onions are caramelized and soft. About 10 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste and cook until the tomato paste darkens slightly.
  • Add in the diced tomatoes and the sausage slices into the pan, stir, and let the sauce come to a simmer.
  • Add in half the grated parmesan, spinach, the cooked pasta, and stir to combine.
  • Spoon in fresh dollaps of the ricotta cheese, garnish with fresh basil, more grated parmesan, and serve!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 765 calories, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 14 grams

ZUCCHINI SAUSAGE PASTA



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"My husband and I enjoy the hearty flavor combinations in this meal," relates Karen Martis form Merrillville, Indiana. She often makes it with orzo and uses a can of zucchini in tomato sauce to speed preparation even further.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
2 medium zucchini, sliced
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup picante sauce
2 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cups cooked small shell pasta
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Add zucchini; saute 2 minutes longer. Drain. Stir in tomato sauce, picante sauce, onions, garlic, sugar and Italian seasoning. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes., Stir in pasta and Parmesan cheese; heat through. Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese; cover and let stand for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 1090mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh zucchini, spinach, and tomatoes are essential. - If you don't have Italian sausage, you can use ground beef or turkey instead. - Be sure to brown the sausage before adding it to the pasta. This will help to develop its flavor. - Don't overcook the zucchini and spinach. They should be tender but still have a bit of a bite to them. - Serve the pasta immediately with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Conclusion:

Sausage, Zucchini, Spinach, and Tomato Pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to please the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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