Rich, savoury, and extra cheesy, Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta is the comforting and delicious dish you’ve been waiting for! Perfect for any occasion, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser with its blend of Italian flavours and creamy indulgence! A delectable Italian-inspired dish that combines the bold flavours of Italian sausage with the comforting creaminess of a Parmesan cheese sauce, and tender pasta. The result is the perfect combination of savoury and creamy elements, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and bursting with flavour.
What you need?
1 pound Italian sausage (mild or hot)
1 pound pasta (such as penne or rotini)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
salt and pepper (to taste)
½ cup fresh basil (chopped for garnish)
How to do?
1.Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of the pasta water before draining. Set the pasta aside.
2.While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and cooked through.
3.Next, add the diced onion, garlic, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
4.Lower the heat to medium and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the cream to heat up and then stir in the Parmesan cheese. Continue stirring until the cheese has melted into the cream, creating a smooth sauce.
5.Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce. Add in some reserved pasta water if the sauce is too thick. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until everything is heated through.
6.Serve the pasta hot, garnished with the chopped fresh basil or parsley.
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