Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.25 pound

spaghettini

2 tbsp

extra-virgin olive oil

1.5 pound

hot Italian sausage

casings removed

1 unit

garlic

sliced

1.5 cup

grape tomatoes

8 cup

baby spinach

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

freshly ground pepper

Step 1
~3 min

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2
~3 min

Cook the spaghettini until al dente.

Step 3
~3 min

Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.

Key Technique: Pasta Cooking
Step 4
~3 min

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~3 min

Add the sausage and break it up into small pieces.

Step 6
~3 min

Cook the sausage until browned, about 8 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Add the garlic and cook until lightly browned, about 1 minute.

Step 8
~3 min

Add the tomatoes and cook until their skins begin to split, about 2 minutes.

Step 9
~3 min

Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove from the heat.

Step 11
~3 min

Gently pop the tomatoes to release their juices using the back of a spoon.

Step 12
~3 min

Add the spaghettini and the reserved pasta water to the skillet.

Step 13
~3 min

Toss over low heat until the pasta is coated, about 1 minute.

Step 14
~3 min

Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of red wine while cooking the sausage for extra flavor.

Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sausage can be browned ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Common family meal

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family gathering

Popularity Score

65/100

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