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creamy italian sausage pasta recipe

Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta Recipe: 30 Minutes of Comfort

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Pasta

Description

A rich and creamy pasta dish with Italian sausage.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 lb Italian sausage
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Add cooked pasta and spinach, mixing well.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use mild or spicy sausage based on preference.
  • Substitute spinach with other greens if desired.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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