Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Creamy Italian Sausage Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta, a delectable dish that combines savory Italian sausage, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy Parmesan sauce over perfectly cooked pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta:
- 12 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped, oil-packed and drained)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook Italian sausage until browned. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth. Pour in heavy cream, simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Add Parmesan cheese.
- Combine: Toss the cooked pasta in the sauce until fully coated. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with basil or parsley.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter version.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- For a dairy-free option, use a plant-based cream and omit the Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
