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Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta: A Must-Try Recipe Today!

A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and cherry tomatoes, perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage mild or spicy, casings removed
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup spinach fresh
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
  5. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the sauce.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 24gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and use turkey sausage instead of pork sausage.
  • Add additional vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra flavor and nutrition.

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