Italian Kale With Turkey Sausage and Penne

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1

Italian Kale With Turkey Sausage and Penne in a tomato sauce

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 tablespoons olive oil
	1 medium onion , chopped into 1/2 inch dice
	1 lb Italian turkey sausage ( lean )
	1 can tomato sauce
	2 bunches kale , chopped into 1/2 inch ribbons
	1 lb whole wheat penne

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

601

Sugar

13g

Fat

29g

Italian Kale With Turkey Sausage and Penne is a hearty meal that is full of flavor. The dish originates from Italy, where ingredients are celebrated for their freshness and simplicity. This recipe combines the classic Italian ingredients of tomato sauce and pasta with a healthy portion of kale, making it a wholesome and delicious meal. Perfect for a cold winter evening.

Instructions

1.	Boil the penne in salted water according to the packet instructions. Drain and set aside.
2.	While the pasta is boiling, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent, around 5 minutes.
3.	Add the Italian turkey sausage to the pan and break it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for around 7 minutes or until cooked through, stirring occasionally.
4.	Stir in the tomato sauce and kale and reduce the heat to low. Cook for a further 5 minutes or until the kale has wilted.
5.	Add the cooked penne to the saucepan with the sausage and kale mixture, along with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Toss to combine and serve.

PROS

This dish is a wonderful way to include nutrient-rich kale into your diet.

The Italian turkey sausage adds plenty of flavor, and the tomato sauce coats the pasta beautifully.

CONS

This pasta dish is high in calories, due to the sausage and olive oil.
It should be enjoyed in moderation.

Also, kale can be quite bitter, so it might be an acquired taste for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kale is a superfood that is packed with nutrients, such as vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, calcium, and antioxidants.
The Italian turkey sausage is a good source of protein, and using whole wheat penne ups the fiber content of the dish.