Easy One Pot Beef Sausage Pasta Dinner (Print Version)

Whip up this easy one pot beef sausage pasta for a quick weeknight dinner. Minimal cleanup and maximum flavor in one pan. Perfect for busy evenings.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Difficulty: Beginner

Cuisine: American

# Ingredients:

→ Hearty Foundation

01 - 1 tbsp olive oil

02 - 1 lb lean beef sausage, casings removed (or ground beef)

03 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced

04 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Saucy Simmer

05 - 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes

06 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken or beef broth

07 - 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

08 - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

09 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Pasta & Greens

10 - 12 oz short pasta (e.g., penne, rotini)

11 - 5 oz fresh spinach

→ Finishing Touch

12 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

# Instructions:

01 - Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb lean beef sausage (casings removed) and 1 medium yellow onion, diced. Break up the sausage with a spoon and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

02 - Add 3 cloves garlic, minced, to the pot with the browned sausage and onion. Cook for another 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as this will affect the delicious flavor of your Easy One Pot Beef Sausage Pasta.

03 - Pour in 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes and 2 cups low-sodium chicken or beef broth. Stir in 1 tbsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

04 - Add 12 oz short pasta (e.g., penne, rotini) to the simmering sauce. Stir well to ensure the pasta is fully submerged. Cover the pot and cook for 10-12 minutes, or according to package directions, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente.

05 - Once the pasta is cooked al dente, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in 5 oz fresh spinach. The residual heat from the Easy One Pot Beef Sausage Pasta will quickly wilt the spinach. Continue stirring until the spinach is fully incorporated and vibrant green.

06 - Stir in 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Ladle generous portions of your satisfying Easy One Pot Beef Sausage Pasta into bowls and serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - Feel free to substitute the lean beef sausage with ground turkey or ground beef for a different flavor profile. You can also swap spinach for kale or add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.

02 - Leftovers of this pasta dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth or water if needed to loosen the sauce.

03 - For a complete meal, serve this hearty pasta alongside a crisp green salad and some warm garlic bread. A sprinkle of fresh basil or extra Parmesan cheese makes a lovely garnish.

04 - Any short pasta shape like rotini, farfalle, or cavatappi will work wonderfully in this recipe. Just ensure it's a shape that can cook evenly in the sauce.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Large pot or Dutch oven

02 - Cutting board

03 - Chef's knife

04 - Measuring cups

05 - Measuring spoons

06 - Wooden spoon or spatula

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 775 kcal

Total Fat: 25 g

Total Carbohydrate: 79 g

Protein: 47 g

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