Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta
Indulge in creamy smoked sausage pasta — a rich, comforting, and flavorful dish featuring smoky sausage, tender pasta, and a luscious cream sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
Ingrédients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked sausage sliced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace and gather all ingredients and tools for cooking.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and caramelized.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer gently to blend flavors.
- Stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Season with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot. Enjoy your creamy smoked sausage pasta!
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream or use Greek yogurt. Add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.