Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta That’s Better Than Takeout!
This Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta is a delicious and satisfying meal that brings the flavors of Italy straight to your kitchen. With savory sausage, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy sauce, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner and is sure to be better than your favorite takeout!
Equipment
- 1 large pot for boiling pasta
- 1 large skillet
- 1 colander
- 1 measuring cup
- 1 cutting board
- 1 whisk
Ingredients
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage Casings removed.
- 3 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes Chopped.
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- to taste none salt
- to taste none pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- optional none fresh basil leaves For garnish.
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Combine the cooked penne pasta with the sausage mixture. Toss until the pasta is well coated with the creamy sauce.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and mix well until creamy and combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
You can substitute turkey sausage for a lighter option.
Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for more flavor and nutrition.
This recipe can be easily doubled for larger serving sizes or meal prep throughout the week.