Italian Sausage Pasta
This Italian Sausage Pasta is a quick and satisfying 30-minute meal that combines savory sausage, fresh spinach, crimini mushrooms, and tangy marinara sauce with bow-tie pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers rich, comforting flavors that everyone will love. Whether you're craving Italian cuisine or a simple dinner, this hearty dish is a winner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
15 oz crumbled Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 oz bow-tie pasta (farfalle)
2 cups fresh spinach (or thawed frozen spinach)
1 cup sliced crimini mushrooms (or any mushrooms of choice)
1 ½ cups tomato marinara sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the mushrooms until tender, about 5 minutes, then remove them from the skillet.
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In the same skillet, add the crumbled sausage and cook for 5 minutes, breaking it into pieces. Drain any excess fat.
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Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes to the sausage. Cook for another minute.
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Stir in the tomato marinara sauce and spinach. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted.
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Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and mix well. Top with the cooked mushrooms before serving.
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Notes
Seafood Substitutions: Swap shrimp for scallops, lobster, or salmon.
Vegetarian Option: Omit shrimp and add extra veggies like mushrooms, bell peppers, or asparagus.
Dairy-Free Option: Use unsweetened coconut or cashew milk instead of heavy cream.
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