Garlic Butter Spaghetti with Cheesy Italian Sausage and Spinach
A comforting and quick one-pan dish featuring spaghetti, garlic, Italian sausage, and spinach, topped with melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Pasta and main ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti Use your favorite type of spaghetti.
- 250 g Italian sausage Can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based sausage.
- 3 cups fresh spinach Feel free to add other vegetables.
Flavorings and fats
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Toasting the garlic is key for flavor.
- 4 tablespoons butter For a richer flavor.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for browning the sausage.
Cheese toppings
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Adds creaminess.
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese For a salty kick.
Seasonings
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper Add freshly ground for best flavor.
Instructions
Cook Spaghetti
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook spaghetti until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Cook Sausage
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sausage, crumble it as it cooks, and sauté until browned.
- Remove and set aside.
Add Aromatics and Spinach
- In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic.
- Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add spinach and sauté until wilted.
Combine Mixture
- Return cooked sausage to the skillet.
- Add drained spaghetti and toss everything together to coat the noodles in garlic butter.
Finish and Serve
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan on top.
- Cover skillet with a lid and let cheese melt for 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, toss again gently, and serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freezes well for about a month. Reheat gently in a skillet, adding a splash of water or broth to revive.