The Affettati Company

Ingredients: 

3-4 Mild or Hot Italian Sausages

1 - 8 oz. jar of Rustic Herb & Tomato Bruschetta

2 Tablespoons Basil Blossom Oil, or extra virgin olive oil

12 oz. angel hair pasta 

2 Cups spinach, torn 

1/2 cup fresh basil, torn

Shredded mozzarella, optional

1. Boil the Water:

• Fill a large pot with water, leaving enough room for the pasta to move freely.
• Place the pot over high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
• Add a generous amount of salt to the boiling water.

2. Cook the Sausage:

• Place the sausage in a pan with ¼ cup of water and cover.
• Cook over medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, or until the water is almost evaporated and the sausage is mostly cooked.
• Remove the lid and continue cooking the sausage, turning occasionally, for about 10 more minutes, or until it is evenly browned on all sides. 
• Remove the sausage from the pan, slice, and set aside.

3. Prepare the Sauce:

• In the same pan, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of Basil Blossom Oil or extra virgin olive oil.
• Allow the oil to warm up for a few minutes until it becomes hot. It is ready when it begins to shimmer slightly and moves easily around the pan.
• Add 1 jar of Rustic Herb & Tomato Bruschetta and warm through.

4. Add Vegetables and Sausage:

• If desired, add spinach and basil to the pan.
• Return the sliced sausage to the pan, cover, and let everything cook together for 5 minutes.

5. Cook the Noodles:

While the sauce is warming, cook the noodles according to the package directions, or to your personal preference.

Plate and Serve:

• Combine the cooked noodles with the sausage and bruschetta mixture.
• Plate the dish and top with mozzarella cheese, if desired!

Enjoy! Buon appetito! 

There are so many variations of this recipe that your imagination is the limit! If you'd like to spice it up, consider adding 1/8 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes for an extra kick!