Italian Sausage and Kale Penne with Parmesan Shavings

Experience the delightful combination of savory Italian sausage and hearty kale in this vibrant penne dish topped with Parmesan shavings.

Ingredients

• 12 oz penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup Parmesan shavings

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon.
3. Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add chopped kale to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Pour in chicken broth and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
6. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with sausage and kale. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Remove skillet from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
8. Serve the pasta hot, garnished with Parmesan shavings.

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