Ingredients: |
Ingredients: 2 T. olive oil
1-2 12oz packages Italian or garlic chicken sausage, sliced (don't use sweet)
1 medium onion finely chopped
5-6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp salt + additional to taste
1 tsp black pepper
2 tsp dried basil
2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
5 T. tomato paste
16oz ziti cooked
1 1/2 cup chicken or veggie broth
1 13.5oz can full-fat coconut milk
6oz bag (or more) baby spinach
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Directions: |
Directions:Heat the olive oil on a large skillet over medium heat, then add the sliced chicken sausage to crisp, about 5 minutes each side. remove the chicken sausage from the pan and set aside.
Add the pasta to pot of boiling water and cook 7-9 minutes, until al dente.
In the same pan, add the shallot or onion and sauté, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, then mix in the salt, black pepper, basil, and oregano.
Let the spices get aromatic, about 2-3 minutes while stirring, then add the tomato paste. Stir to incorporate the tomato paste into the shallot and garlic mixture. continue stirring until it turns dark red and easily spreads, about 3 minutes.
Pour the broth into the pan with the tomato paste mixture and mix to combine. Bring to a simmer, then pour in the coconut milk. Mix well and bring back to a simmer, continuing to stir until the sauce is a uniform mixture. Reduce heat to low.
Drain the pasta. Mix in the baby spinach to the sauce and allow it to fully wilt. Add the cooked pasta and coat all of it in sauce. Add back the chicken sausage. For best results, serve immediately. |
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