Description
Creamy Parmesan Italian Sausage is a delightful dish that transports you to the heart of Italy with every bite. This recipe features savory Italian sausage, rich heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, all harmonizing into a luscious sauce. Whether you’re cooking for family or entertaining guests, this comforting meal is quick to prepare and sure to impress. Serve it over pasta or rice for a satisfying dinner that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 8 ounces pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and scrape up browned bits; simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until melted and smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and fresh spinach; toss until spinach wilts and everything is well-coated.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Substitute chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option. - Add sun-dried tomatoes for an extra burst of flavor. - To store leftovers, keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.