This cozy, delicious Sausage and Spinach Pasta comes together in about 30 minutes and is all made in one pot for a quick and easy weeknight meal that your family will love! Switch up the vegetables or pasta to suit your taste or use it as a “clean out the fridge” meal to get rid of leftovers and odds and ends! Seriously, this dish is such a lifesaver when you’re juggling kids, work, and everything else life throws your way.
Ingredient Breakdown
- ½ pound Italian turkey sausage, crumbled
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1½ teaspoons canola oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 cups water
- 1 can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can reduced-sodium chicken broth
- ¾ cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 5 teaspoons shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions For The Perfect Sausage and Spinach Pasta
Cook the Sausage: In a large saucepan, over medium heat, cook ½ pound of Italian turkey sausage, crumbled, until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to stir occasionally to break it into smaller bits. Once cooked, drain and set it aside.
Sauté the Onion: In the same pan, add 1 small chopped onion and 1½ teaspoons of canola oil. Sauté until the onion is translucent and tender, around 4-5 minutes. The aroma is going to be amazing!
Add Garlic: Add 1 minced garlic clove and sauté for another minute until fragrant. Trust me, at this stage, your kitchen will smell heavenly!
Combine the Ingredients: Now, add in 2 cups of water, 1 can of great northern beans (rinsed and drained), 1 can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 can of reduced-sodium chicken broth, ¾ cup uncooked elbow macaroni, and a ¼ teaspoon of pepper. Bring it all to a boil while stirring occasionally.
Cook the Pasta: Lower the heat and cook uncovered for about 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender. Keep an eye on it and stir to ensure nothing sticks to the bottom!
Add Sausage and Spinach: Once everything is cooked and mouthwatering, reduce the heat to low and stir in the cooked sausage and 1 cup of fresh spinach leaves. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, just until the spinach is wilted, look at all that vibrant green!
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with 5 teaspoons of shredded Parmesan cheese right before serving. Delicious!
If you loved this Sausage and Spinach Pasta, be sure to check out my White Bean and Spinach, or my Chicken, Spinach, and Cheese Pasta Bake!
Why This Sausage and Spinach Pasta Works
Quick & Easy
You’d think a meal this hearty would take hours, but it comes together all in one pot in under 30 minutes! Seriously, you can prep, cook, and serve faster than it takes to order takeout. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Customizable
Got some random veggies in the fridge? Toss ‘em in! This recipe is incredibly forgiving, use whatever ingredients you have lying around. You can really make it your own, which is one of my favorite parts.
Comfort Food
Nothing warms my heart like a big bowl of pasta! This dish is truly loaded with tons of flavor and reminds me of my family dinners growing up. The combination of sausage, beans, and cheese just hits that comfort spot perfectly.
One Pot
With minimal cleanup required, you can relax knowing there won’t be a mountain of dishes waiting for you at the end, as if you needed another reason to love this dish!
Budget-Friendly
Using affordable, everyday ingredients, this Sausage and Spinach Pasta won’t break the bank. Plus, it stretches nicely for families!
Serving and Storage
Serving Suggestions
This pasta is hearty enough to stand alone, but if you’re looking to round out your meal, a fresh salad or some garlic bread would be perfect. Maybe even a nice glass of red wine for the adults!
Storage
Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. You can reheat them in the microwave or on the stovetop with just a splash of water or broth to bring it back to life.
Freezer Friendly
Yes! You can freeze this dish for up to 3 months. Just allow it to cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. When you’re ready, thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat.
With this easy Sausage and Spinach Pasta recipe, you’ll have a delicious meal your whole family will love in no time. So go ahead, give it a whirl!
There you have it, a complete and cozy Sausage and Spinach Pasta recipe that speaks to the joys of cooking at home. I hope you enjoy this dish as much as I do! Happy cooking and bon appétit! And for more recipes, follow us on Pinterest.
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Quick and Easy Sausage and Spinach Pasta
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Paleo
Description
This cozy, delicious Sausage and Spinach Pasta comes together in about 30 minutes and is made in one pot for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- ½ pound Italian turkey sausage, crumbled
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1½ teaspoons canola oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 cups water
- 1 can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can reduced-sodium chicken broth
- ¾ cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 5 teaspoons shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, over medium heat, cook the sausage until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the chopped onion and canola oil. Sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the water, great northern beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, elbow macaroni, and pepper. Bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Lower the heat and cook uncovered for about 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in the cooked sausage and spinach leaves. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Garnish with Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Feel free to swap out vegetables or pasta to suit your taste. This dish can also be made vegetarian by using veggie sausage and vegetable broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 50mg