Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta
Make Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta, an Italian-American dinner recipe with penne pasta, Italian sausage (hot or mild), olive oil. It has about 30 min, about 710 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta is an Italian-American dinner recipe that takes about 30 min, makes 4 servings, has about 710 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonCreamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta ingredients
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (hot or mild)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
How to make Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a rolling boil. Add 12 oz of penne pasta and cook according to package directions until it is al dente, typically 8-10 minutes. Before draining, reserve 1 cup of the starchy pasta water; then drain the pasta and set aside.
- Brown the sausage: While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the 1 lb of Italian sausage, removed from its casing, and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is thoroughly browned. Drain off any excess fat from the skillet.
- Sauté aromatics: To the skillet with the browned sausage, add 4 cloves of minced garlic and 1/2 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes (drained from oil). Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
- Deglaze and simmer: Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce the broth slightly.
- Add cream and spinach: Stir in 1.5 cups of heavy cream and bring the mixture to a low simmer. Add the 5 oz of fresh spinach in batches, stirring until it has completely wilted into the sauce.
- Combine with pasta: Add the drained al dente pasta to the skillet with the creamy sauce. Toss gently to ensure all the pasta is evenly coated with the rich sauce.
- Finish and serve: Stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. If the sauce appears too thick, add a splash or two of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta FAQ
How do I make Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta?
Make Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta?
The main ingredients include penne pasta, Italian sausage (hot or mild), olive oil, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil). The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta take?
This recipe takes about 30 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta?
Recipe Genius estimates about 710 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.