Best Makeover Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta Recipes

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CREAMY ITALIAN SAUSAGE PASTA



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Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta is a family favorite Italian pasta recipe! This easy pasta dish is full of savory sausage and a delicious, creamy, parmesan sauce and ready in 20 minutes!

Provided by Nichole

Categories     Main Course

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Pound Ground Italian Sausage
1 Pound Penne Pasta
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1/2 Yellow Onion (Minced)
2 Cloves Garlic (Minced)
1/2 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 Teaspoon Salt
2 Cups Heavy Cream
5 Ounces Baby Spinach
1 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions.
  • While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook the Italian sausage along with the onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, and salt until the sausage is no longer pink.
  • Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary and return the meat mixture to the pan.
  • Turn the heat to low and add the cream to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and add in the spinach.
  • Cook, stirring for about 3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
  • Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted. Stir the pasta into the sauce.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY ITALIAN SAUSAGE ONE-PAN PASTA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound sweet Italian sausage, removed from casing
1 medium onion, diced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
Pinch red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
One 28-ounce can tomato puree
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 pound fusilli pasta (or other pasta shape)
1 cup shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup mascarpone
Shaved Parmesan, for serving
10 to 12 fresh basil leaves, torn, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the sausage and cook until it starts to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the onions and cook until softened and translucent and the sausage is well browned, another 5 to 7 minutes. Add the oregano, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, garlic and some salt and black pepper and stir again.
  • Next, add the broth, tomato puree and tomato paste and stir well. Add the uncooked pasta into the sauce, bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the mozzarella and mascarpone. Taste and add more seasoning if necessary. Serve with shaved Parmesan and torn basil leaves.

MAKEOVER CREAMY ITALIAN SAUSAGE PASTA



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This slimmed-down version of a savory supper has just half the calories, 20% of the fat, 15% of the saturated fat and about 40% of the cholesterol. Yet the full-flavor result is one her family-and your-can enjoy without the guilt.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
3/4 pound turkey Italian sausage links, casings removed
3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup fat-free half-and-half
1 cup milk
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the sausage, red pepper and onion over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain and return to the pan. , In a small bowl, combine the flour, half-and-half, milk, wine or chicken broth, cheese, salt, pepper and paprika until blended. Add to the sausage mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat., Drain pasta. In a large bowl, combine sausage mixture and pasta. Before serving, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 600mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY ITALIAN SAUSAGE PASTA



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My husband and I love any kind of pasta. This recipe is lovely and I prepare it often to satisfy hearty appetites.-Yvonne Shannon, Cobourg, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package direction. In a large skillet, cook sausage in oil and butter over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add red pepper and onion; cook and stir until vegetables are tender and sausage is no longer pink. add wine or broth; cook for 2 minutes. Add the cream, cheese, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; cook over low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally., Drain pasta. In a large bowl, combine sausage mixture and pasta. Before serving, sprinkle with parsley.

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