Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 4-5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1-2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3-4 artichokes (cleaned fresh or frozen quartered)
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 1-2 dashes hot pepper flakes or black pepper (if desired)
  • ¾ cup water (divided)
  • 2-3 Italian sausages (hot, medium or mild casing removed and chopped)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 3-4 cups pasta (small cooked)

Instruction

  • In a large pan add the olive oil, garlic, artichokes, spices and water.
  • Cook covered, stirring occasionally on low medium heat, until almost all the water evaporates and the artichokes are almost tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.
  • Add the chopped Italian sausage a little water and cook on medium heat stirring occasionally until cooked through and tender.
  • While the sausage is cooking, boil the pasta until al dente.
  • To the pan add the cooked pasta and 1/4 cup of pasta water, cook tossing on high heat for about 30 seconds. Serve immediately sprinkled with parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!