Description
Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta is a rich and flavorful dish that combines Italian sausages, fresh spinach, and juicy tomatoes in a velvety sauce. Perfect for family dinners or elegant gatherings, this recipe offers a satisfying culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces of pasta (e.g., fettuccine or penne)
- 1 pound of Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups of fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil, add sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add cherry tomatoes and spinach to the skillet and cook until spinach wilts. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, toss to combine, and heat through. Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave, adding a splash of cream to refresh the sauce.
- This pasta pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Enhance your meal with a crisp white wine or sparkling water with fresh lemon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg