Creamy Sausage Pasta
Creamy sausage pasta is the ultimate comfort food, bringing together rich flavors and a delightful texture that warms the soul. This hearty dish features perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a velvety sauce made with Italian sausage, garlic, and fresh spinach. Ideal for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this creamy delight is easy to prepare and sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sliced Italian sausage until crispy.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream; simmer on low for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add fresh spinach right before serving and stir until wilted.
- Mix in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese; add reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 245g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg