Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta
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Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta
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Get ready for a pasta dish that's a game-changer! Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta combines smooth, rich sauce with hearty sausage for a meal that's both easy and satisfying. It's comfort food at its best—perfect for busy weeknights or when you just need something delicious and filling.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage mild or hot
- 1 pound pasta such as penne or rotini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- red pepper flakes optional
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup fresh basil chopped for garnish
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Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining. Set the pasta aside.
- While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and cooked through.
- Next, add the diced onion, garlic, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the cream to heat up and then stir in the Parmesan cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese has melted into the cream, creating a smooth sauce.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce. Add in some reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through.
- Serve the pasta hot, garnished with the chopped fresh basil or parsley.
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Notes
- Pasta Water: Don't forget to reserve a cup of pasta water before draining. It can be used to adjust the sauce consistency.
- Sausage Options: Both mild and hot Italian sausage work well in this recipe. Choose according to your heat preference.
- Cream Substitute: If heavy cream is not available, you can use half-and-half or a mixture of milk and butter as a substitute.
- Cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan offers the best flavor, but pre-grated Parmesan can be used in a pinch.
- Fresh Herbs: While basil is recommended for garnish, parsley also pairs well with the flavors of this dish.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
794kcal
(40%)
Carbohydrates
61g
(20%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
48g
(74%)
Saturated Fat
21g
(105%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
19g
Cholesterol
114mg
(38%)
Sodium
836mg
(35%)
Potassium
452mg
(13%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
819IU
(16%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
264mg
(26%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 794 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 794kcal | 40% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 48g | 74% |
| Saturated Fat | 21g | 105% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Cholesterol | 114mg | 38% |
| Sodium | 836mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 452mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 819IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 264mg | 26% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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