Tasty Tuesdays: Cheesy Spinach & Sausage Pasta

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I made this pasta a few weeks ago after pinning in on Pinterest from Michelle of The 236.  The pasta was really easy to make and I think would be a nice weeknight meal.  I also think it would be a kid pleaser because of the the cheese.

{ Original recipe from Budget Bytes }

Ingredients:

- 6 oz sausage links {original recipe calls for smoked sausage, but I used fresh Italian sausage which I cooked before starting the rest of the recipe}

- 1 tablespoon olive oil

- 1 medium onion, diced

- (1) 14.5 oz can of diced tomatoes with chile's

- 2 cups chicken broth

- 8 oz pasta {I used penne}

- 3 cups fresh spinach

- 1 cup shredded Monterrey jack cheese

- 2 green onions, sliced thin

1.  Add the olive oil to a skillet and heat over medium high heat.  Add the onions and cook for a few minutes until onions are tender. Slice the sausage and add to onions.  Add the tomatoes and chicken broth.  Continue to cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.

2.  Add the uncooked pasta to the skillet and make sure it is all submerged under the liquid. Place a lid on the skillet and allow the mixture to come up to a boil. Once it reaches a boil, turn the heat down to low and let it simmer for about ten minutes, or until the pasta is tender. Stir once or twice while the pasta cooks to keep it from sticking.

3.  Stir in the spinach, and stir until it is wilted.  Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top, replace the lid, and let it sit for a few minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Slice the green onions and sprinkle them over top.  if you'd like, you can place the skillet under the broiler for a minute to brown up the cheese. Serve and enjoy!

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