One-Pot Pasta with Sausage and Spinach

A vibrant, weeknight-friendly pasta dish with savory Italian sausage and tender spinach in a garlicky tomato sauce.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: One Pot

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 12 oz spaghetti
• 1/2 lb, casings removed Italian sausage
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2, finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 can (28 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 4 oz, packed fresh spinach
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh basil

Instructions

1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil; add 12 oz spaghetti and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
2. Step 2: While pasta cooks, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add 1/2 lb Italian sausage and cook for 5 minutes until browned, breaking into small pieces with a spoon.
3. Step 3: Add 1/2 onion, finely chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes until fragrant, then stir in 1 can (28 oz) canned crushed tomatoes, 1 tsp dried oregano, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes.
4. Step 4: Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with 1/2 cup reserved pasta water, 4 oz fresh spinach, and 1/2 tsp salt; toss vigorously for 2 minutes until spinach wilts and sauce coats the pasta.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat, stir in 2 tbsp fresh basil, and serve immediately.