Description
Tuscan Sausage Pasta is a delightful, creamy dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your table. This comforting recipe features perfectly cooked pasta enveloped in a rich sauce made with savory Italian sausage, fresh garlic, and vibrant spinach. It’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Enjoy every bite as you experience the warmth and joy of an Italian feast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 14 oz diced tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage in olive oil until browned and crumbled (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and diced tomatoes; simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and let it thicken for about 4-5 minutes.
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted; season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg