When it comes to hearty and flavorful meals, penne with sausage and kale is a true winner. This dish combines the rich, savory flavor of sausage with the earthy notes of kale, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a spicy or mild sausage, the choice is yours, as either option will blend seamlessly with the other ingredients. The kale adds a touch of bitterness that perfectly complements the richness of the sausage, while the penne pasta provides a satisfying base for the entire dish. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the art of crafting this delicious and comforting meal.
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PENNE WITH SAUSAGE AND KALE
Hearty ingredients load this quick Italian dinner with spicy, cheesy flavor. Adapted from epicurious.com
Provided by KelBel
Categories Penne
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Add garlic, onion and sausage, breaking up any lumps with a spoon, until browned, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Meanwhile, blanch kale in a 6-quart pot of boiling salted water, uncovered, 5 minutes. Remove kale with a large sieve and drain. Return cooking water in pot to a boil, then cook pasta in boiling water, uncovered, until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta-cooking water, then drain pasta in a colander.
- While pasta cooks, add kale to sausage in skillet and sauté, stirring frequently, until just tender, about 5 minutes. Add broth, stirring and scraping up any brown bits from bottom of skillet, then add pasta and 1/2 cup reserved cooking water to skillet, tossing until combined. Stir in cheese and thin with additional cooking water if desired.
- Serve immediately, with additional cheese on the side.
PENNE ALFREDO WITH KALE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain.
- Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a separate large pot over medium-high heat. Add the kale and cook, stirring, until wilted and the liquid evaporates, 2 to 3 minutes; remove to a bowl. Add the heavy cream and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until thickened, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Add the pasta, reserved cooking water and parmesan to the sauce and stir until creamy. Season with salt and pepper and stir in the kale. Divide among bowls and season with pepper.
PENNE WITH SAUSAGE AND GREENS
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cooking water, then drain the pasta.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the collard greens, garlic, pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the greens are wilted, about 3 minutes.
- Add the pasta, lemon zest, and half of the reserved pasta water to the skillet and toss. If needed, add more of the pasta water and toss again. Serve topped with Parmesan.
SAUSAGE AND PEPPER PENNE
This recipe is the best when made using farmer's sausage, but any sausage links will do. Add the red pepper flakes at the end for a little kick, or leave them out if spice isn't for you.
Provided by Chelsey Carr
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir sausage, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, and mushrooms until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Stir diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, minced garlic, garlic powder, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes into vegetable mixture; bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
- Drain pasta and spoon onto plates and top with sauce mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.7 calories, Carbohydrate 85.3 g, Cholesterol 49.2 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1662.5 mg, Sugar 12.7 g
BAKED PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE
This is a hearty, filling meal that's full of flavor!
Provided by SADIEQQ
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- Heat oil in a large, deep skillet. Place sausage and onion in the skillet and cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain excess fat. Pour in wine, and cook for 1 minute, stirring, to deglaze the pan. Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Toss with cooked pasta, and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle top with mozzarella.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 664.1 calories, Carbohydrate 59.2 g, Cholesterol 81.6 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1714.1 mg, Sugar 13.7 g
PENNE WITH KALE AND ONION
I love kale; my husband hates it. But when I swapped it into a favorite penne-with-spinach recipe, it was so delicious, he asked for seconds! -Kimberly Hammond, Kingwood, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook onion in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat for 15-20 minutes or until onion is golden brown, stirring frequently and adding the garlic during the last 2 minutes of cooking time. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook penne according to package directions. In a Dutch oven, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add kale; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender; drain., Drain penne; drizzle with remaining oil. Stir the salt, penne and kale into the onion mixture; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 206mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ITALIAN KALE WITH TURKEY SAUSAGE AND PENNE
This hearty dish is an amazing way to get picky eaters to eat greens. The bitterness of the kale and the sweetness of the tomato work especially well together. I use a whole wheat pasta to make it a heart healthy dish.
Provided by PhoodPhight
Categories Penne
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring 6 quarts water to a boil and add 2 tablespoons salt.
- In a large saute pan, heat oil and onion over medium heat until just softened, about five to seven minutes.
- Remove the casing from the turkey sausage and crumble into pan. Cook for 5-8 minutes or until mostly cooked.
- Add tomato sauce and kale.
- Cover pan and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until just "al dente" and drain.
- Remove lid from pan and add hot pasta. Toss to mix well and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.3, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 30.1, Sodium 777.9, Carbohydrate 55, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 4.2, Protein 19.2
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The fresher and better the ingredients, the tastier your dish will be. Look for organic and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the sausage and kale, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will help the ingredients cook evenly and prevent them from steaming.
- Cook the sausage until it's browned: Be sure to cook the sausage until it's browned all the way through. This will help develop the flavor and give the dish a nice texture.
- Use a flavorful cheese: The type of cheese you use can really make or break this dish. Choose a cheese that has a strong flavor, such as Parmesan or Asiago.
- Add some red pepper flakes for a little heat: If you like a little bit of heat, add some red pepper flakes to the dish. This will give it a nice kick without overpowering the other flavors.
Conclusion:
This penne with sausage and kale is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover sausage. The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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