Yummy Tuscan Sausage Penne Dish for 6

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• 1 lb penne pasta
• 4 Italian sausages (about 1 lb total), casings removed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp red chili flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 3 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Directions

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1. 1 Cook penne according to package directions in generously salted water. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
2. 2 While pasta cooks, dice the onion and sauté in a large skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3. 3 In the same skillet over medium-high heat, brown the sausage, breaking it up into crumbles, until cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
4. 4 Add the sautéed onion back to the skillet. Push everything to one side and add the tomato paste to the empty space. Let it sear for 1 minute, then stir to combine.
5. 5 Add the cherry tomatoes, Italian seasoning, chili flakes, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until the tomatoes begin to burst and the mixture looks slightly pasty, about 4–5 minutes.
6. 6 Add the spinach and stir until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
7. 7 Pour in the heavy cream and milk. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
8. 8 Add the lemon juice and balsamic vinegar to balance the richness. Taste and adjust seasoning.
9. 9 Add the drained pasta and toss to coat. If the sauce is too thick, loosen with a splash of reserved pasta water.
10. 10 Serve immediately and enjoy!