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Smoked Sausage Pasta – Rich, Creamy & Flavorful

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Creamy smoked sausage pasta is a rich, one-skillet dinner loaded with bold flavor, silky sauce, and hearty pasta—ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter

  • 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced

  • ½ onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan

  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning

  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)

  • ½ cup reserved pasta water (as needed)

Instructions

  • Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.

  • Sauté sliced sausage in oil until browned. Remove and set aside.

  • In same pan, sauté onion for 2–3 min, then garlic for 30 sec.

  • Add broth, cream, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 3–4 min.

  • Stir in Parmesan, then return sausage and pasta to pan. Toss to coat.

  • Add pasta water to adjust thickness. Season and garnish with parsley

Notes

  • Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce.

  • Add spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms to boost veggies.

  • Best served fresh; refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days.

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