Cheesy Sausage Pasta: Discover a Creamy Delight Recipe
Indulge in the creamy delight of Cheesy Sausage Pasta, a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender penne pasta with savory Italian sausage and a decadent cheese sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
Penne Pasta:
- 8 ounces penne pasta
Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Penne Pasta: Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Sausage and Aromatics: In a skillet, heat olive oil. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned. Add onion and garlic, sauté until onion is translucent.
- Prepare the Sauce: Stir in diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine and Finish: Reduce heat, add cooked pasta, mozzarella, and half of Parmesan. Mix until melted. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan on top.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad.
- You can customize the level of spice by using mild or hot Italian sausage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Cheesy Sausage Pasta, Pasta Recipe, Italian Sausage Pasta, Creamy Pasta
