Penne with Sausage & Escarole

10 Minute Prep Time

40 Minute Cook Time

Sweet Italian sausage, casing removed (Note: Turkey Italian/Vegetarian sausage works, too) 1½ lbs

Minced garlic 2 tbs

Oak Tree Escarole (Italian Lettuce), rinsed (1 Bunch from Oak Tree Hydroponics for 8 cups)

Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese ½ cup

Crushed red pepper ¼ teaspoon

Penne Pasta 1 pound

Olive Oil 1 teaspoon

Onions 2 Medium Size, cut/dice for 2 cups

Red Bell Pepper, seeded 1, cut/diced for 1 cup

Salt & Pepper  ½ teaspoon each

1. Bring your large pot of salted water to boil, then add pasta until just tender. Drain pasta into colander, reserving 1 cup of H20; set aside.

2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil, then add onions, bell pepper, salt & pepper. Cook until vegetables turn soft, about 4 minutes.

3. Add sausage, breaking pieces into smaller bits with a wooden spoon, until browned, approx. 6-8 minutes. Add garlic & escarole. Cook 5 minutes.

4. Transfer into large serving bowl. Add sausage, cheese & crushed pepper. Toss to combine. Drizzle with olive oil. Provide salt/pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

5. Makes 6-8 servings

We’re talking “super comfort food” here, easy for family & friends. Kids love it!