DIY Hamburger Helper: Italian Style

What you need:

• 12 oz. rotini pasta
• 1 lb. Italian sausage
• 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes
• 1 Tbsp. dried minced onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. dried parsley
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. dried basil
• 1 can (14 oz.) tomato sauce
• 1 cup fresh baby spinach leaves
• 1 to 2 Tbsp. milk
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, plus some

Directions:

1. Brown and crumble the Italian sausage in a large, deep skillet. Drain, if needed.
2. Add diced tomatoes (with juices), minced onion, garlic, parsley, oregano, and basil. Stir.
3. Then add 1 can of tomato sauce, stir, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
5. Add spinach and 1 to 2 Tbsp. milk to sauce. Stir and cook until spinach has wilted.
6. Add cooked pasta to sauce and stir.
7. Top with 1/2 cup cheese and let melt. Serve topped with additional cheese, if desired.

Recipe from Finding Joy in my Kitchen