Orecchiette with Sausage and Spinach

This incredibly easy Italian Orecchiette with Sausage recipe is jam-crammed with more nutrition and more flavor than you’d ever guess.

It’s simple Italian comfort food that comes together in a snap. Our families LOVE it, and we know yours will, too!

– Garlic cloves – Onion – Extra virgin olive oil – Sweet Italian sausage – Spinach – Vegetable broth

Sauté garlic and onion for 2-3 minutes in olive oil, until lightly browned. Add sausage and cook for another 5-7 minutes, until sausage is no longer pink.

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Add spinach and vegetable broth, and let spinach wilt. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.

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Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, and cook orecchiette until al dente.

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Drain pasta and add to pan with sausage mixture. Simmer for another 2 minutes.

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Serve with grated parmesan on top.

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Swipe up for full recipe!

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