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One-Pot Pasta with Kale and Sausage

This hearty pasta is a total lifesaver when you need dinner on the table fast! The Italian sausage adds so much flavor that you don't need a ton of extra ingredients, and the kale sneaks in some greens (win for us moms!). Everything cooks together in one pot, so cleanup is a breeze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Italian sausage mild or spicy, casings removed
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
  • 4 cups chopped kale stems removed
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Bring to a boil.
  4. Add the pasta and stir well. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes until the pasta is almost tender.
  5. Stir in the chopped kale and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the kale is wilted and the pasta is fully cooked.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let stand for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly before serving.