Creamy Sausage Pasta
Creamy sausage pasta is a delightful comfort food that combines tender pasta with a rich, velvety sauce packed with savory sausage and fresh spinach. Perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings, this dish promises to impress with its bold flavors and satisfying texture. Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, each bite is sure to evoke warmth and joy, making it an unforgettable culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add penne and cook until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Sausage: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add crumbled sausage and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic during the last minute of cooking until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine with the sausage. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss in Spinach: Add fresh spinach just before serving, stirring until wilted.
- Combine Everything: Mix cooked pasta into the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 80mg