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Creamy Sausage Pasta Recipe

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A rich and creamy sausage pasta dish made with flavorful Italian sausage, tender pasta, and a luscious cream sauce. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni)
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into pieces with a spoon.
  3. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  5. Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
  6. Simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

  • You can use spicy Italian sausage for an extra kick.
  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
  • Great with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.

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