Penne with Spinach and Sausage

Health score
31%
Penne with Spinach and Sausage
23 min.
8
496kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and hearty dish that brings together the warmth of Italian flavors, look no further than our Penne with Spinach and Sausage. Ready in just 23 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick lunch, a comforting dinner, or even as a delightful side dish for your next gathering. Packed with vibrant baby spinach, rich diced tomatoes, and savory Italian sausage, every bite is a delightful combination of textures and flavors.

The addition of aromatic garlic, dried basil, and oregano elevates this dish, ensuring that your taste buds will be dancing with joy. With the creamy goodness of mozzarella and Parmesan, each mouthful is an experience of indulgent satisfaction. It's not just a meal; it's a celebration of ingredients that provide a balance of protein, fats, and carbohydrates, making it a nutritious option for the whole family.

Whether you're serving it on a cozy weeknight or impressing guests with a home-cooked meal, this Penne with Spinach and Sausage is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So grab your skillet and pots, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that highlights the simplicity and richness of Italian cooking! Your taste buds will thank you.

Ingredients

  • ounces baby spinach 
  • 29 oz tomatoes diced with juice canned
  • teaspoon basil dried
  • clove garlic minced
  • pound ground sausage sweet italian hot
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.5 cup parmesan grated plus more for serving
  • pound penne pasta 
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • cup mozzarella cheese shredded

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne until al dente, about 11 minutes.
  2. Drain.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook sausage until no longer pink, stirring to break up chunks, about 6 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds, stirring. Stir in tomatoes with juice, basil and oregano. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes, stirring twice.
  5. Add pasta to skillet, stirring to combine.
  6. Add spinach. Cook until just wilted, stirring once or twice. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle cheeses over pasta. Toss once and serve, passing additional Parmesan on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories496kcal
Protein17.96%
Fat42.94%
Carbs39.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.88
Glycemic Load
17.38
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.858260945134%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Kaempferol
1.14mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
1.22mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:496.09kcal
24.8%
Fat:23.58g
36.28%
Saturated Fat:9.45g
59.07%
Carbohydrates:48.32g
16.11%
Net Carbohydrates:44.93g
16.34%
Sugar:4.24g
4.72%
Cholesterol:58.4mg
19.47%
Sodium:960.74mg
41.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.19g
44.39%
Vitamin K:92.75µg
88.33%
Selenium:54.03µg
77.19%
Manganese:0.83mg
41.39%
Vitamin A:1930.37IU
38.61%
Phosphorus:310.1mg
31.01%
Vitamin B1:0.44mg
29.41%
Calcium:223.8mg
22.38%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.95%
Vitamin C:15.79mg
19.14%
Vitamin B3:3.72mg
18.59%
Iron:3.21mg
17.82%
Zinc:2.65mg
17.69%
Magnesium:70.5mg
17.63%
Potassium:586.33mg
16.75%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.64%
Copper:0.31mg
15.61%
Vitamin B12:0.91µg
15.17%
Folate:59.75µg
14.94%
Fiber:3.39g
13.57%
Vitamin E:1.22mg
8.14%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.2%
Source:My Recipes