Meal: Skillet Penne with Sausage and Spinach
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb Italian-style chicken sausage, casings removed
3 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed
2 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 1/4 cups water
8 oz penne
6 oz baby spinach
2 oz Parmesan cheese, grated
salt and black pepper
Directions
1. Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add sausage; break up and cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
3. Stir in garlic; cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Stir in broth, water, and pasta, and 1/2 tsp salt.
5. Increase heat to high and cook, stirring often, until pasta is tender and liquid has thickened, 15-18 minutes.
6. Stir in spinach, one handful at a time, and cook until wilted.
7. Remove from heat; stir in Parmesan cheese.