Looking for a quick and easy dinner idea? Look no further than this spicy sausage penne recipe! Loaded with flavor and packed with protein, this dish is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
- Add the diced onion to the pan and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add the can of diced tomatoes (with juices) and crushed red pepper flakes to the pan. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the cooked sausage and heavy cream. Continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the pan with the sauce and toss to combine.
- Serve the spicy sausage penne hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Serve up this spicy sausage penne dish for a quick and easy dinner that is sure to impress. The combination of spicy sausage, creamy sauce, and al dente penne pasta is a match made in heaven. Give it a try today and see for yourself how delicious it can be!
