Ingredients
– Pasta: 12 ounces (e.g., fettuccine or linguine)
– Sausage: 1 pound (Italian sausage or your choice, sliced)
– Cream: 1 cup (heavy cream)
– Chicken broth: 1 cup
– Onion: 1 medium, chopped
– Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
– Red bell pepper: 1, diced
– Spinach: 2 cups (fresh)
– Parmesan cheese: 1 cup, grated
– Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
– Salt and pepper: to taste
– Italian seasoning: 1 teaspoon (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook the Pasta:
– In a large pot, boil salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Sausage:
– In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage slices and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
3. Prepare the Vegetables:
– In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Add Cream and Broth:
– Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well, bringing the mixture to a simmer.
5. Combine Ingredients:
– Add the cooked pasta and sausage back into the skillet. Mix in fresh spinach and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning if desired.
6. Simmer:
– Cooking for a few minutes until everything is heated through and the spinach is wilted.
7. Serve:
– Plate and top with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy your creamy pasta dish!
Feel free to modify the recipe based on your preferences!
