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Marry Me Sausage Pasta

Creamy Marry Me Sausage Pasta for an Irresistible Dinner

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This Creamy Marry Me Sausage Pasta is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights that might just spark a little romance.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Pasta Penne or spaghetti recommended
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Spicy or sweet
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a lighter version, substitute with half-and-half or milk
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated or shredded
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • optional Red Pepper Flakes For added kick
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking sausage
For the Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Basil For garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Marry Me Sausage Pasta
  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, crumble in 1 pound of Italian sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally. Ensure the sausage is fully cooked, with no pink visible, then remove it from the skillet and set aside, keeping all those delicious drippings.
  2. In the same skillet, add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1/2 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until you can smell the fragrant garlic, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  3. Pour a splash of 1/2 cup of chicken broth into the skillet, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the broth to simmer for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add another 1 cup of chicken broth and 1 cup of heavy cream to the skillet. Stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it bubble for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Return the browned sausage to the skillet and toss in 12 ounces of your favorite cooked pasta. Gently mix everything together, ensuring all pasta is coated in the creamy sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Spoon the creamy Marry Me Sausage Pasta onto plates and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize with turkey sausage or fresh veggies for a personal twist. For the best results, do not freeze pasta that has been coated in sauce, as it can become mushy upon thawing.

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