Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Italian Sausage Sun Dried Tomato Pasta, a quick yet impressive dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. This comforting pasta features succulent Italian sausage complemented by tangy sun-dried tomatoes and a luscious creamy sauce, creating a satisfying meal that will have everyone reaching for seconds. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or potlucks. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, this pasta dish is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb uncased Italian sausage (chicken or turkey)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced shallots
- 4 cloves garlic, diced
- 1 1/2 cups julienne sun-dried tomatoes
- 3/4 cup dry white apple vinegar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2/3 cup fresh Asiago cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Water for boiling
- About 2 tsp of coarse sea salt
- 1 lb Short cut pasta
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- Boil salted water and cook short-cut pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In the same skillet, sauté shallots in olive oil for about 3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and deglaze with vinegar, allowing it to reduce by half before adding cream and thyme. Simmer for about 4 minutes.
- Mix in Asiago cheese until melted, then return the sausage to the sauce along with spinach and cooked pasta. Stir until well combined.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg