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Creamy Sausage Pasta in 30 Minutes: A One-Pan Wonder

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A quick and creamy one-pan pasta with Italian sausage, bell peppers, and spinach in a rich Parmesan sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz pasta (linguine or spaghetti)
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot), casings removed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
  • 1/2 cup pasta water (reserved)
  • 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  2. In a large skillet, cook sausage until browned (7–9 minutes). Drain excess grease.
  3. Add onion (and olive oil if needed). Cook 2–3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds. Add bell peppers and cook 3–4 minutes.
  4. Lower heat. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 1–2 minutes.
  5. Stir in spinach until wilted (about 1 minute).
  6. Add cooked pasta and toss. Use pasta water to adjust sauce thickness. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with extra Parmesan.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
  • Substitute turkey sausage for a lighter option.
  • Add extra veggies like mushrooms or zucchini if desired.

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