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Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta

Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta That Will Wow Your Family Tonight

A delicious and quick Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta recipe perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta (e.g., penne, fettuccine) Choose your family's favorite type.
For the Sausage
  • 1 lb Bob Evans Italian Sausage The star ingredient.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Diced; try different colors.
  • 2 cups Spinach or Kale Leafy greens for added nutrition.
For the Cream Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates a luscious texture.
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for better flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Pot for pasta

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes, breaking it apart until evenly browned.
  2. Sauté diced bell peppers and minced garlic in the same skillet for 3–5 minutes until softened.
  3. Cook pasta in a separate pot according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes.
  4. Return the sausage to the skillet, pour in heavy cream, and add Italian seasoning; simmer for 4–5 minutes.
  5. Combine drained pasta with the sausage and sauce in the skillet, adjusting sauce consistency with reserved pasta water.
  6. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan and greens, cooking for 2–3 minutes until wilted.
  7. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat with a splash of cream or pasta water to restore creaminess.

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