Italian Sausage Bowtie Pasta

I'm just copy/pasting the recipe from a website called lovebakesgoodcakes.com. I am pretty loose with all of my recipes. I substitute things depending on what I have on hand or am willing to buy at the store. I just love this recipe and want to be able to find it easier now!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 package (12 oz.) bow tie pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound mild Italian sausage, casings remove
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (28 oz.) Italian-style plum tomatoes, drained and coarsely chopped
• 1-1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup packed spinach leaves, cut into thin strips
• Fresh parsley, minced (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet add the olive oil then cook and crumble the sausage and red pepper flakes over medium-high heat until cooked through and browned. Add onion and garlic. Cook until onion is tender. Add the tomatoes and heavy cream. Simmer until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes. Add the spinach and cook an additional 3 minutes. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired.