Whole Wheat Penne with Sausage and Lacinato Kale

Kale and sausage always seems like a warm hearty, winter combo for winter. This simple weeknight meal was super tasty.

Put a large pot of water on to boil. Remove 1-2 pounds sausage from their casings and heat over medium-high heat. Break up with a spatula as you cook. You can use whatever sausage you like - I used half garlic-herb and half hot Italian sausage.

Meanwhile, cook pasta so it is al dente and drain. Drizzle with olive oil to prevent from sticking until you are ready to add it to the sausage.

Prepare the lacinato kale by washing and removing the ribs. This kale is easily identified by it's bumpy skin.

Add some sliced onions and the kale to the sausage and saute until the kale is just wilted. Add the pasta and toss. Mix in freshly grated Parmesan and black pepper.

Serve in large bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan and black pepper.