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5 Secrets to Perfect Creamy Tuscan Pasta


  • Author: Jessica kimberly
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 Servings 1x

Description

Savor the creamy flavors of Tuscan sausage pasta! This simple Italian dish blends savory sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and garlic.


Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces of uncooked pasta – Fettuccine recommended.
  • 11 ounces of Italian sausages – Refer to additional notes for specifics.
  • 3 cloves of minced garlic – Essential for flavor.
  • 1/2 cup of chicken broth or dry white wine – Use as the liquid base.
  • 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard – Adds a subtle depth to the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon of flour – Used for thickening the sauce.
  • 1 teaspoon of lemon juice – For a hint of acidity.
  • 1/4 cup of sun-dried tomatoes – For a burst of concentrated flavor.
  • 1 cup of heavy or whipping cream – Provides creaminess to the dish.
  • 1.5 cups of fresh baby spinach (loosely packed) – Adds color and nutrients.
  • A small handful of torn or chopped fresh basil – For a fresh, herbal touch.
  • Salt and pepper – Adjust according to taste.
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese – Sprinkle on top to finish.

Instructions

  • Bring a pot of salted water to boil, and cook the pasta according to its packaging directions until al dente.

  • As your pasta simmers, remove Italian sausages from their skins and break up their meat into a frying pan over medium-high heat for approximately five minutes, stirring every few seconds to ensure even browning of all sides of sausages.

  • Remove sausage from the pan and set it on the side. If there is excess fat, pour off most of it before setting the sausage aside.

  • To begin, combine minced garlic, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, flour, and lemon juice in a pan. Whisk them well while loosening any brown bits clinging to the bottom of your pot. Once simmered, allow it to continue simmering briefly until it starts bubbling away!

  • Toss in sun-dried tomatoes and heavy cream for another 2-3 minutes of simmering before returning the sausage to the pan to continue cooking until its sauce thickens further.

  • Combine chopped basil and spinach until wilted; taste and adjust seasoning as necessary with salt and pepper.

  • Drain cooked pasta from its cooking water before combining it with the sauce, serving hot with freshly grated Parmesan cheese as an optional extra garnish

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stove-top
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 32g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: Tuscan sausage pasta, Italian sausage recipe