Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsSalvatori's Fort Wayne SouthwestCavatelli & Sausage Recipe

Cavatelli & Sausage Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Cavatelli & Sausage Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Pasta

Method

Prepare the Pasta

  1. 1

    Cook the Cavatelli

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cavatelli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

Cook the Sausage

  1. 2

    Brown the Sausage

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Sauté the Vegetables

  1. 3

    Sauté Onion and Garlic

    In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 4

    Add Spinach

    Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Make the Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then return the browned sausage to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes.

Combine and Serve

  1. 6

    Mix Pasta and Sauce

    Add the cooked cavatelli to the skillet and toss until well coated with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes over low heat.

  2. 7

    Serve

    Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

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