One-Pot Pasta Magic | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 pound (16 oz) dried pasta of choice (penne, fettuccine, or rotini work well)
• 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed (or substitute with ground beef, turkey, or plant-based alternative)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced (approximately 2 tablespoons)
• 1 large yellow onion, diced (approximately 2 cups)
• 2 large bell peppers (any color), chopped into 1-inch pieces
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white button varieties)
• 1 medium zucchini, diced into half-moons
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth, preferably low-sodium
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons dried Italian herb blend (oregano, basil, thyme)
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup fresh baby spinach or kale leaves, roughly chopped
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half (optional for creamier sauce)
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for serving
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish