This one pot pork sausage pasta has earned its spot in my weekly recipe rotation for a reason: it's the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and bold flavor. Savory pork sausage mingles with tender pasta and a rich, tomato-based sauce, all cooked together in a single pot, minimizing cleanup and maximizing deliciousness. It's a quick and satisfying meal that consistently delivers, making it a reliable weeknight favorite.
Add Olive Oil to a large heavy bottom pan over a medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for 1 minute until onion has browned slightly.
Cut the pork sausages out of their skin and add to the pan. Break up the meat with a spatula. Add the chili oil crisp (if using) and cook for 10-15 minutes stirring regularly. Don't undercook the pork sausages. Take them a little further than you normally would and allow the fond (i.e. the delicious build up on the bottom of the pan) to build up on the bottom of the pan.
Once pork is slightly crispy and there is a decent amount of fond on the bottom of the pan. Stir in the dried pasta. Reduce heat to low. Add a ladle of stock and deglaze the pan by scraping the bottom with your spatula until all the fond has removed. The bottom of the pan should be clean when you're done.
Add a ladle of stock at a time whilst your stirring the pasta. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the pasta is 'al dente' (i.e. cooked by still firm). If you run out of stock before the pasta is done, just add water instead.
Stir in the parmesan cheese. Turn off the heat and add the spinach. It will look like a lot at first, but stir it in and it will eventually wilt.
Season with pepper and salt (only if required!). Serve immediately and enjoy!
Servings 4
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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