Creamy Sausage and Peppers Pasta – Rich, Savory, and Flavorful
A delightful blend of savory sausage, sweet bell peppers, and creamy sauce served over pasta for a satisfying meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta e.g., penne or rigatoni
- 1 pound sausage Italian preferred, casings removed
- 2 cups bell peppers sliced, mixed colors
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.
- Add sliced bell peppers to the skillet and sauté until they are tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it in the sauce.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add crushed red pepper flakes when cooking the sausage.