Turkey Sausage & Arugula Pasta

Ingredients

• 1/2 tsp ground pepperNutrition
• 1/4 tsp saltNutrition
• 12 oz whole wheat pastaNutrition
• 8 cups arugulaNutrition
• 1 tbsp olive oilNutrition
• 2 cups cherry tomatoesNutrition
• 3 1/2 links Italian turkey sausageNutrition
• 1 1/4 oz parmesan cheeseNutrition

Directions

1. 1Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
2. 2Cook pasta until just tender, 9 to 11 minutes, or according to package directions.
3. 3Meanwhile, cook sausage in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
4. 4Stir in garlic, arugula (or spinach) and tomatoes.
5. 5Cook, stirring often, until the greens wilt and the tomatoes begin to break down, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and keep warm.
6. 6Combine 1/2 cup cheese, pepper and salt in a large bowl. Measure out 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid; drain the pasta.
7. 7Whisk the cooking liquid and oil into the cheese mixture; add the pasta and toss to combine. Serve the pasta topped with the sausage mixture and an extra sprinkle of cheese, if desired.
8. 8Note: for the biggest impact, make sure to use imported Italian cheese.

Nutrition per serving

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