Smoked Sausage Pasta
With peppers, onions, and garlic, this creamy pasta and smoked sausage dish is full of flavor. It's a one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 16 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 lb smoked sausage sliced
- 1 onion diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper diced
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside.16 oz penne pasta
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the sliced sausage and cook for about 5 minutes until the slices are browned on both sides. Transfer to a bowl and cover with foil to keep warm.2 tablespoon olive oil, 2 lb smoked sausage
- Add the onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.1 onion, 4 cloves garlic
- Add the diced red and yellow bell peppers, cooking for another 5 minutes until they begin to soften.1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper
- Add in the remaining ingredients, except for the cheese, and return the sausage to the skillet.1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup chicken broth, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons dried basil, ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, kosher salt, black pepper
- Bring the sausage mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated in the sauce.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and cook for 2-3 minutes until melted and the pasta is heated through.1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Taste and add additional salt or pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley