Description
A rich and flavorful comfort dish combining smoked sausage with a creamy sauce over penne pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream, followed by the Italian seasoning and paprika. Allow the mixture to thicken slightly.
- Mix in the cooked penne pasta and shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and everything is well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
To prevent the pasta from becoming mushy, ensure it is cooked al dente. Adjust seasoning to taste and consider adding crushed red pepper for a spicy twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: creamy pasta, smoked sausage, comfort food, weeknight meal, easy dinner
