Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta: A Cozy Indulgence at Home
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish that combines succulent Italian sausage with a rich sauce, perfect for a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until translucent.
- Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted. Return the sausage to the skillet.
- Mix the cooked pasta with the sauce and sausage. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with garlic bread and a fresh salad.
- For added spice, consider using spicy Italian sausage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams