Description
Cheesy sausage pasta is a delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of Italian sausage with creamy cheese sauce, creating a satisfying and delicious meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Pasta: 300 grams (about 10.5 oz) of penne or rotini
- Italian Sausage: 400 grams (about 14 oz) with casings removed
- Heavy Cream: 240 ml (1 cup)
- Cheddar Cheese: 200 grams (about 2 cups), shredded
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Onion: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and Black Pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by measuring pasta, removing sausage casings, chopping onion, mincing garlic, shredding cheese, and chopping parsley.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the Italian sausage until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, then gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, add the cooked pasta, and toss everything together until well coated. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat, stir in chopped parsley, and serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley or cheese if desired.
Notes
- Overcook the pasta to avoid mushiness.
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
- Don’t skip sautéing onions and garlic for flavor.
- Use room temperature cream and cheese for a smooth sauce.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as you cook.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: cheesy sausage pasta, quick meal, comfort food, Italian recipe