Sausage Penne Pasta Recipe

5 from 19 votes

Sausage Penne Pasta Recipe

Sausage Penne Pasta is a flavorful dinner ready in under 30 minutes, with savory Italian sausage and a rich, creamy sauce that coats every bite.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian

Servings:

Author: Kristyn Merkley

Ingredients

16 ounces penne pasta
1 pound Italian sausage, mild
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1½-2 cans Italian stewed tomatoes, drained and chopped
1½ cups heavy whipping cream
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried basil
1 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded (divided)

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions.
In a separate pan, cook the sausage and garlic over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain.
Stir in the tomatoes, cream, salt, basil and ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 6-8 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Drain pasta; toss with sausage mixture.
Garnish with parmesan cheese.

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Notes

Recipe Tips.

Do not overcook the pasta since it will continue to absorb sauce when mixed.
Drain excess grease from the sausage to keep the sauce from becoming too heavy.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a little heat.
Add sautéed veggies such as sliced bell peppers, zucchini, spinach, and mushrooms. Sauté by adding a bit of olive oil to a pan. Once the oil is hot, add the veggies and stir until tender.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth melting.

Store. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Freeze. Freeze for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight. Reheat over medium low in a skillet on the stove top. Add a little more milk or cream to help smooth out the texture.

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