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Creamy Sausage Pasta

Creamy Sausage Pasta

This creamy sausage pasta combines savory Italian sausage with a rich tomato cream sauce, tossed with tender penne pasta for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 oz Italian sausage casings removed
  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup marinara sauce preferably homemade or store-bought
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional for heat
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Cook penne pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  • Stir in the marinara sauce and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
  • Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and toss to combine. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Serve warm garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or basil if desired.

Notes

This recipe is great served with a simple green salad and crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.