Name: Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta - A Delicious Recipe to Try at Home
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 1 pound Italian sausage; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional); 1 cup chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; Salt and pepper to taste; 12 oz fettuccine pasta; Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Description

Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, and a creamy Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound Italian sausage
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
12 oz fettuccine pasta
Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

Cook the Italian Sausage:
1. Remove the sausage from its casing and crumble it into a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
1. Heat olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened and fragrant.
3. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for another minute.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
5. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook the Pasta:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
3. Drain the pasta, reserving a cup of pasta water.
Combine and Serve:
1. Add the cooked sausage to the sauce in the skillet and stir to combine.
2. Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce.
3. If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water to loosen it up.
4. Simmer for a couple of minutes to let the flavors meld together.
5. Serve the creamy Tuscan sausage pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference.
You can substitute fettuccine with your favorite pasta shape.
This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes