Olive and Chicken Sausage Pasta by DesignLoveFest

OLIVE AND CHICKEN SAUSAGE PASTA what’s easier to make for a last minute dinner then pasta? practically nothing. few things satisfy like a bowl of noodles and this dish is perfect for a cozy evening at home. add lots of garlic, or throw in a couple of sprigs of rosemary or thyme. have it however you like!

Ingredients: • 1 package spaghetti • 2 small shallots • 3 garlic cloves • 1 bushel of parsley • 3/4 cup olives • 3 tablespoons olive oil • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese • 2-4 chicken sausages • 1 lemon • basil for garnish

• In a medium sized pot fill with water and bring to a boil. Add the spaghetti with a dash of salt and cook until al dente. Strain pasta and reserve 1/2 cup of the water. In a large stainless steal pan heat the olive oil on medium to low heat. Chop the chicken sausage (we used the spicy chicken sausage from Trader Joes, very inexpensive and so delicious!). Cook the sausage according to the cooking directions on the package (Cooking directions vary depending on which one you choose).

• Dice the garlic and shallots and add to the pan and cook until browned. About 2-3 minutes stirring constantly. Add the pasta with the reserved water and begin to mix the ingredients with tongs. Next add the olive and chicken sausage pasta

• Finely chop the parsley and it to the pasta with the olives. Continue to mix until well combined. We also added the zest of 1 lemon and the juice of half of the lemon which helps balance out the flavors. Salt and pepper to taste. garnish with grated parmesan and chopped basil.