Easy Chorizo Pasta

8 oz Pasta, any shape

½ tbsp Olive Oil

1 Chorizo (pantry package defrosted) or 8oz Chorizo sausage cut into small pieces

1 Onion, medium size, chopped finely

3 Garlic cloves, minced

14 oz Tomatoes (from the can, either diced or crushed)

1 tsp Italian seasoning

3 Baby Spinach, handfuls

½ cup Heavy Cream or Half n Half

Salt and pepper to taste

Parmesan cheese (optional)

Boil a large, salted pot of water for the pasta. Cook it until al dente according to package directions.

In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and chorizo and fry it until it starts to get crispy (around 7 minutes). Drain the chorizo fat.

Add the onion and cook it until it's softened (about 5 minutes).

Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, Italian seasoning and cream. Let the sauce cook for another 5 minutes or so, or until the sauce is reduced to your liking. Add the spinach if using and allow it to wilt in the heat of the sauce.

Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

Toss with the pasta and serve with freshly grated parmesan cheese.

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Easy Chorizo Pasta