ORECCHIETTE WITH SAUSAGE AND SPINACH

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You only need a few everyday ingredients to make this incredible orecchiette with sausage recipe! It's ready in 30 minutes for a fabulous weeknight treat.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces uncooked orecchiette pasta
16 ounces Italian sausages (see note)
1/2 medium onion (chopped)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 cups (packed) fresh baby spinach
2 tablespoons fresh basil (optional)
Salt & pepper (to taste)
For serving: freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional, to taste)

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta al dente according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, crumble the sausage meat into a skillet (take it out of casings if using whole sausages). Add the onion to the skillet as well, and sauté over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes or until it's cooked through and nicely browned. If there's more than about 1-2 tablespoons of fat left in the skillet, spoon out the excess, but be sure to leave some since we're not adding any extra butter or oil.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and stir in the garlic and Dijon mustard (cook for about 30 seconds).
  • Pour in the wine and cook until reduced by half (about 1-2 minutes).
  • Add in the spinach and basil. Toss (using tongs or two large spoons) until the spinach has wilted, then add in the drained pasta and toss again.
  • Season with salt & pepper as needed. Serve immediately with freshly grated parmesan cheese over top.

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