@mediterranean_recipes: Serves: 4–6 Ingredients * 400 g fettuccine * 500 g Italian sausage (or beef sausage, casing removed) * 2 tbsp olive oil * 1 small onion, finely chopped * 4 garlic cloves, minced * 2 cups baby spinach * 1 tsp paprika * 1 tsp Italian seasoning * ½ tsp chilli flakes (optional) * Salt and black pepper, to taste * 1 cup heavy cream * ½ cup chicken stock * ½ cup tomato pasta sauce or crushed tomatoes * 1 cup grated mozzarella * ½ cup grated Parmesan * Fresh parsley (optional) Instructions 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fettuccine until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining. 2. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into bite-sized pieces. 3. Add the onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. 4. Add the paprika, Italian seasoning, chilli flakes, salt, and pepper. 5. Pour in the chicken stock, cream, and tomato sauce. Stir well and let it simmer for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened. 6. Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted. 7. Add the mozzarella and Parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy. 8. Toss the cooked fettuccine into the sauce. If needed, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce. 9. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan, a sprinkle of chilli flakes, and chopped parsley. Tip For that rich, restaurant-style finish like the photo, place a little extra mozzarella on top and broil (grill) for 2–3 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden before serving.

Mediterranean Recipes

Open In TikTok:

Region: ZA

Wednesday 15 July 2026 13:24:25 GMT