Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta: A Cozy, Indulgent Delight at Home
A delicious creamy smoked sausage pasta recipe perfect for a cozy meal at home.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Contains dairy
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Mix in the shredded cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until the cheese melts.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, season with salt and black pepper, and serve warm.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by choosing different types of sausage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta