Description
A delightful one-pan dish combining savory Italian sausage, fresh spinach, and creamy sauce for a satisfying Italian comfort meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces.
- Stir in minced garlic and optional red pepper flakes; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Add penne pasta, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until al dente.
- Stir in fresh spinach and Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. Be sure to wash spinach thoroughly before use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg