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Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta

Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish made with Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and cherry tomatoes, perfect for a quick family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course main dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 colander
  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 cutting board

Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 lb Italian sausage sweet or spicy, based on preference
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Remove the casing from the Italian sausage and add it to the skillet, cooking until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  • Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, allowing it to simmer for 2-3 minutes while stirring.
  • Mix in fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften.
  • Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing well to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Notes

This dish is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop, adding a little cream or water to loosen the sauce if necessary.
Feel free to use any type of pasta you prefer, such as fettuccine or rigatoni.
For added depth of flavor, you can include chopped sun-dried tomatoes or a splash of white wine while cooking the sausage.