Bow Ties With Gorgonzola Sauce Recipe

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta1 package (16 ounces) bulk pork sausage2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning4 cups fresh spinach, lightly packed3 tablespoons minced fresh basil

Preparation

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to pan. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain.

In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in cream. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese, salt and lemon pepper. Add cheese sauce, sausage and spinach to hot pasta; toss to combine. Sprinkle with basil.