Kitchen-Ready One-Pot Pasta with Sausage & Kale

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A hearty one-pot pasta dish featuring sausage and leafy greens, inspired by kitchenware auction finds. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 45 minutes pairs Penne pasta, Italian sausage, Olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 25 min Serves 6 Italian cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 12 oz penne pasta and cook for 8 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 lb Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon, and cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove sausage and set aside.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 finely chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes until onion is soft and translucent. Add 4 cups chopped kale and cook for 3 minutes until wilted.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Step 5: Add drained penne and cooked sausage back to the pot. Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/2 cup reserved pasta water. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce coats pasta, adding more pasta water if needed.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Kitchen-Ready One-Pot Pasta with Sausage & Kale take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Kitchen-Ready One-Pot Pasta with Sausage & Kale?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep penne pasta from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Kitchen-Ready One-Pot Pasta with Sausage & Kale?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Kitchen-Ready One-Pot Pasta with Sausage & Kale for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Kitchen-Ready One-Pot Pasta with Sausage & Kale?

Italian one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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