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Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta

Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta
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Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of Italy right to your table. This comforting recipe features tender penne pasta enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce, complemented by savory ground chicken sausage and vibrant spinach. With sun-dried tomatoes adding a hint of sweetness and aromatic garlic enhancing the overall flavor, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or pasta shapes, this Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta will become a go-to recipe for everyone who tries it.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound ground chicken sausage
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta in well-salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken sausage and brown until fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Lower heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
  4. Add chicken broth, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Pour in heavy cream and let simmer until thickened.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then return the browned sausage and add spinach until wilted.
  6. Fold in the cooked penne pasta, adjusting consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with torn basil leaves and extra Parmesan.

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