Smoked Sausage Pasta
Smoked sausage pasta is a comforting dish that perfectly combines smoky flavors with creamy goodness. Imagine twirling al dente pasta around your fork, enveloped in a rich sauce with savory smoked sausage and fresh vegetables. Ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this quick and delicious meal will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 oz smoked sausage (kielbasa or your favorite)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces, dice the onion, and mince the garlic.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the smoked sausage until golden brown. Add onion and garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream; simmer gently. Add grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Fold in spinach until wilted, then add drained pasta. Mix thoroughly, adding reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly cracked pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg