Fettuccine with Sausage and Kale

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Fettuccine with Sausage and Kale
30 min.
4
757kcal

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If you're looking for a hearty, satisfying dish that’s both delicious and quick to prepare, look no further than our Fettuccine with Sausage and Kale. This gluten-free recipe brings together vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, making it a perfect choice for a family lunch or a comforting main course. The combination of savory sausage, fresh kale, and perfectly cooked fettuccine creates a delightful harmony that will tantalize your taste buds.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful meal that serves four, making it a fantastic option for gatherings or a cozy dinner at home. The richness of the olive oil and the sharpness of the Pecorino Romano cheese elevate this dish, providing a satisfying, creamy texture without overwhelming heaviness. Plus, the dish packs a punch with each bite, thanks to the blend of spices from the sausage.

Not only is this meal enjoyable, but it also complements a variety of occasions, whether served as a side dish, a light lunch, or as the star of your dinner table. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your guests or treat yourself to a bowlful of comfort. In no time, you’ll have a restaurant-quality experience right in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 lb eggs dried
  • 0.5 lb crossing over quintessential american desserts coarsely chopped
  • 0.7 cup chicken broth reduced-sodium
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup pecorino cheese finely grated for serving
  • lb pork sausage hot crumbled

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot
  • sieve
  • colander

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then cook sausage, breaking up any lumps with a spoon, until browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, blanch kale in a 6-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, 5 minutes.
  3. Remove kale with a large sieve and drain. Return cooking water in pot to a boil, then cook pasta in boiling water, uncovered, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta-cooking water, then drain pasta in a colander.
  4. While pasta cooks, add kale to sausage in skillet and sauté, stirring frequently, until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Add broth, stirring and scraping up any brown bits from bottom of skillet, then add pasta and 1/2 cup reserved cooking water to skillet, tossing until combined. Stir in cheese and thin with additional cooking water if desired.
  6. Serve immediately, with additional cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories757kcal
Protein20.33%
Fat78.72%
Carbs0.95%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.75
Glycemic Load
0.12
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
19.420000104801%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:757kcal
37.85%
Fat:65.69g
101.07%
Saturated Fat:22.58g
141.1%
Carbohydrates:1.78g
0.59%
Net Carbohydrates:1.78g
0.65%
Sugar:0.35g
0.39%
Cholesterol:348.09mg
116.03%
Sodium:993.78mg
43.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.17g
76.35%
Phosphorus:440.19mg
44.02%
Vitamin B12:2.53µg
42.11%
Selenium:28.91µg
41.31%
Vitamin B3:8.08mg
40.41%
Zinc:5.74mg
38.25%
Vitamin B2:0.57mg
33.8%
Vitamin B6:0.67mg
33.33%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.44%
Iron:3.41mg
18.96%
Vitamin D:2.78µg
18.56%
Calcium:182.31mg
18.23%
Vitamin B5:1.68mg
16.83%
Vitamin E:2.35mg
15.68%
Potassium:527.76mg
15.08%
Magnesium:37.84mg
9.46%
Vitamin A:453.87IU
9.08%
Copper:0.17mg
8.67%
Vitamin K:8.07µg
7.69%
Folate:30.36µg
7.59%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.2%
Source:Epicurious