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Creamy Italian sausage pasta served in a bowl with herbs and cheese

Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta

This delightful dish is like a warm, comforting hug in a bowl, perfect for busy weeknights when you want something scrumptious without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
  • 8 ounces Your favorite pasta (penne or rigatoni work great) Choose your preferred pasta type.
  • 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice) Sausage can be adjusted to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing the sausage.
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped Adds flavor and aroma.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic enhances the taste.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Makes the sauce creamy.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Can use low-sodium broth.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Herbs can be adjusted to personal preference.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Essential for flavoring.
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped Optional, but adds nutrition.
  • Parmesan cheese, grated for serving Add as much as you like!
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) For those who like a little heat.

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Remove the sausage from its casing and add it to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the heavy cream. Mix in the Italian seasoning, and season with salt and pepper. Bring everything to a gentle simmer and let it bubble away for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked pasta and chopped spinach to the sauce, stirring gently to combine everything. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, just until the pasta is heated through and the spinach is wilted.
  6. Serve your creamy masterpiece in bowls, topped generously with grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes if desired!

Notes

Feel free to add veggies you have on hand! This dish holds up beautifully in the fridge and can last for up to 3 days. It also freezes well for up to a month.