Spinach, Bean, and Smoked Sausage Pasta Recipe

Name: Spinach, Bean, and Smoked Sausage Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced (I use Hillshire Farms); salt and pepper; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ⅓ cup white wine; ½ cup chicken stock; 1 teaspoon italian seasoning; 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans; 12 a lemon, juice of; ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 lb shell pasta; 1 cup reserved pasta water; grated parmesan cheese, to serve

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced (I use Hillshire Farms)
salt and pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
⅓ cup white wine
½ cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans
12 a lemon, juice of
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 lb shell pasta
1 cup reserved pasta water
grated parmesan cheese, to serve

1
In a pan on medium-high heat, cook the onion and garlic in olive oil until slightly browned.
2
Add in the red pepper flakes and smoked sausage and cook until sausage is nicely browned.
3
In the meantime, cook pasta is salted boiling water until al dente, reserving some of the pasta water to thin out the sauce, if needed.
4
Pour the wine into the sauce and let it reduce, about 2 minutes.
5
Then add the stock, Italian seasoning, and spinach.
6
Cook another 1-2 minutes, or until spinach is slightly wilted.
7
Add in the beans and gently mash with a fork, leaving some lumps for texture.
8
To brighten the sauce when it's almost done, squeeze the lemon juice in and sprinkle in the nutmeg.
9
If the sauce is too thick, add your reserved pasta water.
10
Toss pasta with the sauce, and top with grated parmesan cheese before serving.

929

kcal

Calories

Fat

183

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 small onion, diced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced (I use Hillshire Farms), and more.

Yes, Spinach, Bean, and Smoked Sausage Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Spinach, Bean, and Smoked Sausage Pasta

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