Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta: A Comforting Weeknight Delight
A hearty and delicious meal featuring creamy sauce and smoky sausage, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound smoked sausage
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add the sliced smoked sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Mix well until the cheese is melted.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the creamy sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add some red pepper flakes.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
Keywords: Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta, Weeknight Dinner, Comfort Food