Description
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring smoked sausage, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, then add the Italian seasoning. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream and use turkey sausage instead of smoked sausage.
- Add vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg