Bow Tie Pasta with Greens and Vegan Sausage

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A plate of bow tie pasta with sautéed greens and sliced vegan sausage in a garlic olive oil dressing.

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Bow Tie Pasta with Greens and Vegan Sausage is a simple yet savory dish, blending al dente pasta with the fresh flavors of broccoli and kale, all tossed in a fragrant garlic and olive oil sauce, topped with hearty slices of vegan Italian sausage.

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz bow tie pasta (farfalle)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup chopped kale
  • 1 package Lightlife Italian sausage (or any plant-based sausage), sliced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

If you’re enjoying the wholesome taste of this pasta, you might also love the savory flavors of Cheesy Beef Sliders. Now, let’s see how to make our pasta dish.

How to Make Bow Tie Pasta with Greens and Vegan Sausage:

  1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: While the pasta is cooking, blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Sauté the kale in the same boiling water for about 1 minute. Drain and set aside.
  3. Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced Lightlife Italian sausage with a tablespoon of olive oil until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Cook on low heat until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked pasta, broccoli, kale, and browned sausage to the skillet with the garlic oil. Toss everything together, heating through. If the mixture seems dry, add a little reserved pasta water to help create a light sauce that clings to the pasta.
  6. Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add crushed red pepper flakes if desired for a spicy kick.
  7. Serve: Transfer to a serving dish. If using, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh parsley.

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