Description
A rich and comforting creamy sausage pasta skillet made in one pan with tomato sauce, cream, and tender pasta.
Ingredients
1 pound penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 pound turkey Italian-style sausage, casings removed if needed
16 ounces tomato sauce
14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped (optional)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, then cook for about 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Add the turkey sausage to the skillet. Break it apart with a spoon and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, until browned and fully cooked.
4. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, and red pepper flakes if using. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes.
5. Add the heavy cream and butter. Stir until smooth and creamy, then cook for another 2 to 3 minutes.
6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat every piece in the sauce. Let it gently bubble for 1 to 2 minutes.
7. Top with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Adjust spice with red pepper flakes.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor.
Add a splash of pasta water if sauce thickens too much.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Quick & Easy Dinners
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American