One-Pan Creamy Penne Sausage (Print-Friendly Version)
Creamy penne pasta cooked with Italian sausage and spinach in a single pan for flavorful weeknight dishes.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Proteins
01 -
454 g Italian sausage, casing removed
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 -
3 cloves garlic, minced
03 -
120 g fresh spinach, chopped
→ Liquids
04 -
720 ml chicken broth
05 -
240 ml heavy cream
06 -
15 ml olive oil
→ Pasta
07 -
340 g penne pasta
→ Dairy
08 -
50 g grated Parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
09 -
0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
10 -
Salt, to taste
11 -
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
12 -
Fresh parsley or basil, chopped
# Detailed Directions:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
02 -
Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
03 -
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer.
04 -
Add penne pasta, cover, and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until pasta is tender.
05 -
Stir in chopped spinach until wilted. Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
06 -
Sprinkle with chopped parsley or basil before serving.
# Helpful Advice:
01 -
For added heat, opt for spicy Italian sausage and increase red pepper flakes.
02 -
Substitute penne with rotini or farfalle as preferred.
03 -
Incorporate vegetables such as mushrooms or bell peppers to enhance flavor and nutrition.