Creamy Lumaconi with Sausage and Spinach Recipe

Name: Creamy Lumaconi with Sausage and Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head Garlic, End Sliced Off; 1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 2 Tablespoons Flour; 1 cup Milk; 1 sprig Thyme, Leaves Removed; 1 sprig Oregano, Leaves Removed; 1 pinch Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper; 2 whole Italian Sausage Links, Casings Removed; 2 cups Lumaconi (or Any Small Pasta); 2 cups Chopped Spinach

Servings: persons

1 head Garlic, End Sliced Off
1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Butter
2 Tablespoons Flour
1 cup Milk
1 sprig Thyme, Leaves Removed
1 sprig Oregano, Leaves Removed
1 pinch Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper
2 whole Italian Sausage Links, Casings Removed
2 cups Lumaconi (or Any Small Pasta)
2 cups Chopped Spinach

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place the garlic head in a small piece of aluminum foil, drizzle with oil, seal and roast for 35 minutes.
2
Remove from heat and set aside.
3
In a small sauce pot, melt the butter.
4
When the foaming subsides, add the flour.
5
Whisk constantly for 1 minute, and then slowly add the milk, continuing to whisk another 5 minutes or so until the sauce gets thick and creamy.
6
Add in the herbs, a pinch of salt and pepper and whisk a little more.
7
Transfer cream sauce to a small food processor, add the roasted garlic cloves and pulse until very smooth.
8
Cover to keep warm.
9
In the meantime, heat a medium skillet over medium high.
10
Add the sausage and break up with a wooden spoon, cooking until browned all over, 6 minutes.
11
Also in the meantime, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
12
Add the pasta and boil until al dente.
13
Just taste it to test it.
14
Drain and return to the pot.
15
Pour the cream sauce over the pasta, along with the spinach and sausage.
16
Toss to coat and combine everything.
17
Oh dear.
18
Serve with good parmesan cheese or basil or neither or both.
19
Most definitely both.
20
Youre gonna freak yourself.

440

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head Garlic, End Sliced Off, 1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2 Tablespoons Butter, 2 Tablespoons Flour, and more.

Yes, Creamy Lumaconi with Sausage and Spinach falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Lumaconi with Sausage and Spinach

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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