Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta, a comforting dish that combines savory Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, and tender spinach in a luscious cream sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (ground)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach
Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Fresh basil leaves (torn, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of well-salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining. Set both aside.
- Cook the Sausage: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground Italian sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the sun-dried tomatoes, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Pour in the heavy cream, simmer, and cook for 3-5 minutes to thicken.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in the Parmesan cheese, cooked sausage, and baby spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 1-2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cooked penne to the skillet, toss to coat in the sauce, and adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Serve: Garnish with torn fresh basil leaves and extra Parmesan cheese. Enjoy hot!
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad and a glass of your favorite wine.
- For extra heat, increase the amount of red pepper flakes or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta, Italian sausage pasta, creamy pasta recipe
