Best 5 Skillet Penne With Sausage And Spinach Recipes

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Skillet penne with sausage and spinach is a savory and flavorful one-pot meal that is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. It combines the hearty taste of sausage, the vibrant flavors of spinach, and the comforting texture of pasta in a delicious and satisfying dish. This recipe is a versatile canvas for culinary creativity, allowing you to customize it with your favorite seasonings and vegetables to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a spicy kick or a creamy indulgence, the skillet penne with sausage and spinach offers endless possibilities for creating a delightful and memorable meal.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE AND PEPPER PENNE



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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

2 ½ cups dry penne pasta
4 ½ teaspoons coconut oil
1 pound smoked sausage (such as farmer's sausage), sliced
1 onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 orange bell pepper, sliced
1 (8 ounce) package mushrooms, sliced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

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



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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

1 (12 ounce) package dry penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound mild Italian sausage
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup white wine
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

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

SKILLET PENNE WITH SAUSAGE AND SPINACH RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Skillet Penne with Sausage and Spinach Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by mytastytreasures

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound Italian-style turkey sausage, casings removed I used a combo of hot and sweet Italian sausage
3 medium garlic cloves, minced finely
2 1/4 cups water
2 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, rinsed and chopped fine
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 ounces (about 2 1/2 cups) penne pasta
1 (6 ounce) bag baby spinach, I used 10 ounces
3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot and add in the sausage. Cook until lightly browned and no longer pink about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the water, broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, then add in the pasta. Increase the heat to medium-high and cook at a strong simmer, stirring often, until the pasta is tender and the liquid has thickened, about 15-18 minutes Stir in the spinach, a handful at at time, and cook until wilted. Off the heat, stir in the cheese and pine nuts. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.

PENNE WITH SAUSAGE AND SPINACH



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Make and share this Penne With Sausage and Spinach recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Penne

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb italian-style turkey sausage, casings removed
3 garlic cloves, minced (or pressed)
2 1/2 cups water
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, rinsed and chopped fine
salt
8 ounces penne
1 (6 ounce) bag Baby Spinach
1/2 cup grated fresh parmesan cheese
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over med-high heat until just smoking.
  • Add in sausage and cook, breaking apart the meat, until lightly browned and no longer pink, 3-5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in the water, broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, then add in the pasta.
  • Increase heat to high and cook at a vigorous simmer, stirring often, until the pasta is tender and the liquid has thickened, about 15-18 minutes.
  • Stir in the spinach, a handful at a time, and cook until wilted.
  • Off the heat, stir in the Parmesan cheese and pine nuts.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper; serve.

SKILLET PENNE AND SAUSAGE SUPPER



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Try this recipe if you're looking for something quick and easy with great flavor. The pasta cooks right in the skillet so there's no need for extra pots. Don't make this without the sun-dried tomatoes because it will not have as much flavor. My husband recently told me that this is his favorite of the pasta dishes I cook. Recipe is from America's Test Kitchen.

Provided by Velouria

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, minced
salt
1 lb sweet Italian turkey sausage or 1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, rinsed and chopped fine
8 ounces penne (about 2 1/2 cups, can also use ziti)
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup milk
1 (5 ounce) bag Baby Spinach
1 ounce parmesan cheese, grated or 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat until shimmering. (Be sure to use at least a 12-inch size skillet to hold all ingredients.) Add the onion and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Sprinkle the sun-dried tomatoes and penne evenly over the sausage. Pour the broth and milk over the pasta. Cover and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the spinach a handful at a time and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. (It may seem like a lot of spinach, but it will wilt considerably.) Stir in the Parmesan and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Note: You can use Italian pork sausage, but you may have to spoon some of the fat off before adding the pasta.

Tips:

  • Choose the right penne pasta. Use a high-quality penne pasta made with durum wheat for the best results. Durum wheat pasta has a higher protein content and will hold its shape better during cooking.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means cooking the pasta until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Al dente pasta will absorb the sauce better and have a better texture.
  • Use a good quality sausage. Look for a sausage that is made with fresh, high-quality meat. Avoid sausages that are made with fillers or preservatives.
  • Sauté the sausage until it is browned. This will help to develop the flavor of the sausage and prevent it from becoming dry.
  • Use fresh spinach. Fresh spinach has a better flavor and texture than frozen spinach. If you are using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw it and squeeze out all of the excess water before adding it to the skillet.
  • Add some Parmesan cheese. Parmesan cheese adds a delicious salty and nutty flavor to the dish. You can add it to the skillet at the end of cooking or sprinkle it on top of the pasta when serving.

Conclusion:

Skillet penne with sausage and spinach is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It is a great way to use up leftover sausage and spinach, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. This dish is also very versatile. You can add other vegetables, such as mushrooms, peppers, or zucchini. You can also use different types of sausage, such as Italian sausage or chorizo. No matter how you make it, skillet penne with sausage and spinach is a delicious and satisfying meal.

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