A rich and creamy one-pan pasta dish featuring savory Italian sausage, tender penne, fresh spinach, and Parmesan in a silky cream sauce. A comforting, easy dinner in under 40 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 lb Italian sausage (hot or sweet), casing removed
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1 small onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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12 oz penne pasta (dry)
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3½ cups chicken broth
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¾ cup heavy cream
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4–5 cups baby spinach
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½ cup grated Parmesan
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
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Add dry penne and chicken broth. Stir, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in cream and reserved sausage. Cook 2–3 more minutes.
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Add spinach and stir until wilted. Mix in Parmesan.
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Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.