Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta: A Cozy Indulgence for Dinner Nights
Indulge in the creamy goodness of smoked sausage pasta, perfect for cozy dinner nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Parmesan or Cheddar)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add smoked sausage and cook until browned.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and stir in shredded cheese until melted.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet, mix well, and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a bit of spice, add red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to substitute the sausage with chicken or vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta, Pasta, Dinner, Comfort Food