1 large yellow onion, diced large
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper
3/4 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed OR meatless Italian sausage
2 sweet potatoes (1 pound total), peeled and diced medium
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
3/4 cup small pasta shells
4 cups roughly chopped mixed greens, such as kale and Swiss chard
Grated Parmesan, for serving
Recipe by James Larcus
Why I Love This Recipe
Ingredients
1 large yellow onion, diced large
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper
3/4 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed OR meatless Italian sausage
2 sweet potatoes (1 pound total), peeled and diced medium
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
3/4 cup small pasta shells
4 cups roughly chopped mixed greens, such as kale and Swiss chard
Grated Parmesan, for serving
Directions
1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and garlic, and cook until onion is translucent, about 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add sausage and cook, breaking up meat with a wooden spoon until browned, about 5 minutes.
2. Add sweet potatoes, broth, and 2 cups water and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook 3 minutes less than package instructions. Reduce to a simmer, add greens, and cook until pasta is tender and greens are wilted, 4 minutes.
3. Serve with Parmesan.