NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

1.5 oz chickpea pasta

4 oz pre-cooked chicken sausage

0.5 cup tomato puree

2 clove garlic

0.25 cup fresh basil

0.25 tsp extra virgin olive oil

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp red pepper flakes

PREPARATION

• 1

  Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the chickpea pasta according to package directions until al dente.

• 2

  While the pasta cooks, slice the chicken sausage into rounds and mince the garlic cloves.

• 3

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the sliced sausage and sear until browned on both sides.

• 4

  Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 5

  Pour in the tomato puree, sea salt, and black pepper, then simmer the sauce for 3-5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

• 6

  Drain the pasta, reserving a splash of pasta water, and add the pasta directly into the skillet with the sauce.

• 7

  Toss the pasta and sausage together, adding a bit of reserved water if needed to reach your desired consistency.

• 8

  Remove from heat and stir in the freshly torn basil leaves.

• 9

  Serve immediately topped with the grated parmesan cheese.