Sausage Pasta Cheesy (Printable Version)
You get penne cooked with sausage and gooey cheese in a really creamy sauce that totally hits the spot on a busy night.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pasta
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225 g penne pasta
→ Proteins
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450 g Italian sausage with skins taken off
→ Sauce Base
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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240 ml heavy cream
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410 g diced tomatoes from a can, juice included
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 small onion, chopped up
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Cheese
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50 g grated Parmesan cheese
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110 g mozzarella, shredded
→ Seasoning & Garnish
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Salt and pepper as needed
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Fresh basil on top if you want
# Steps to Follow:
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Give it a good shake of salt and pepper. Pull the pan off the heat, sprinkle on the leftover Parmesan, and toss some basil leaves on if you want. Dig in right away.
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Turn the heat way down. Dump in the cooked penne, then the shredded mozzarella, and half that Parmesan. Stir a lot so it melts and everything comes together.
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Toss in the tomatoes (with the liquid), pour in the cream, and shake in the seasoning. Let it gently bubble for five minutes or so until it thickens a little.
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Next, add the onion pieces and the chopped garlic. Let them cook until the onion gets soft and clear, maybe three to four minutes.
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Pour olive oil into a big skillet set over medium heat. Drop in the sausage, crumble it up, and let it brown nicely for about 5 to 7 minutes.
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Pop the penne into a big pot of boiling, salted water. Cook it until it's just cooked through but still a bit firm. Drain it really well and set it aside.
# Additional Notes:
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Want to go lighter? Use turkey sausage and half-and-half instead of the usual stuff.
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Extra veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or bell pepper are tasty—just cook them along with the garlic and onion.