Recipes With Italian Sausage

Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta is a family favorite Italian pasta recipe! This easy pasta dish is full of savory sausage and a delicious, creamy, parmesan sauce and ready in 20 minutes!

With back to school in full force and busy nights ahead of us, I am finding myself reaching for new quick and easy dinner inspiration. I happen to love Italian sausage because its so flavorful and delicious, I can use it to make a simple meal that is flavor packed in no time. Theres nothing better than having a restaurant quality pasta dish on the table in 20 minutes! Plus, everyone in my house loves a good creamy pasta dish any night of the week!

You guys have spoken and seem to be loving these easy 20-30 minute weeknight meals as much as we do! Im happy to say this Italian sausage pasta is one of my personal faves! If youre looking for more simple dinners, dont miss my Creamy Parmesan One Pot Chicken and Rice or my One Pot Homemade Hamburger Helper!

recipes with italian sausage

Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta

recipes with italian sausage

Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta is a family favorite Italian pasta recipe! This easy pasta dish is full of savory sausage and a delicious, creamy, parmesan sauce and ready in 20 minutes!

Prep: 5min

Total: 20min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 600 kcal, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 Pound Ground Italian Sausage
  • 1 Pound Penne Pasta
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1/2 Yellow Onion (Minced)
  • 2 Cloves Garlic (Minced)
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
  • 2 Cups Heavy Cream
  • 5 Ounces Baby Spinach
  • 1 Cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Instruction:

  1. Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions.
  2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the Italian sausage along with the onion, garlic, red pepper flakes, and salt until the sausage is no longer pink.
  4. Drain excess fat from the skillet if necessary and return the meat mixture to the pan.
  5. Turn the heat to low and add the cream to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and add in the spinach.
  6. Cook, stirring for about 3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
  7. Stir in the parmesan cheese until melted. Stir the pasta into the sauce.
  8. Serve immediately.

25 Ways to Cook Italian Sausage

recipes with italian sausage

Ingredients:

  • Sausage and Rice Stuffed Peppers
  • Sausage and Peppers
  • Loaded Italian Sausage Burgers
  • Italian Sausage Breakfast Casserole
  • Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Italian Sausage Broccoli Rabe Onions and Peppers
  • Italian Sausage Meatballs
  • Easy Sausage u0026amp; Herb Stuffing
  • Sausage Gravy
  • Fried Sausage Stuffed Olives
  • Air Fryer Sausage
  • Italian Sausage Dip
  • Tuscan Sausage Pasta Recipe
  • Skillet Italian Sausage and Peppers
  • Broccoli Sausage Soup
  • Rigatoni with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Zucchini
  • Italian Sausage Quesadillas
  • Italian Sausage White Bean Soup
  • Grilled Sausage With Peppers and Onions
  • Butternut Squash and Italian Sausage Lasagna
  • Italian Sausage Quiche
  • Slow Cooker Italian Sausage and Peppers
  • Lasagna Roll-Ups with Sausage and Spinach
  • Butternut Squash, Sausage, and Tortelloni Soup
  • Dump-and-Bake Italian Sausage Recipe with Rice
  • Homemade Calzones with Italian Sausage and Mozzarella

Instruction:

  1. Select your favorite recipe.
  2. Organize all the required ingredients.
  3. Prep an Italian sausage recipe in 30 minutes or less!

Italian Sausage, Onions and Peppers Recipe

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Italian Sausage, Onions and Peppers Recipe is a super-flavourful comfort food. It’s an awesome meal for a busy weeknight dinner, weekend, or game-day party.

Prep: 10min

Total: 25min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 /4

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 /4, calories 337 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 17 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Sodium 1189 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, unSaturated Fat 9 g

Ingredients:

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 pound fresh Italian sausage links
  • 1 cup white onion (sliced)
  • 1 cup red onion (sliced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
  • 1 orange bell pepper (sliced)
  • 3 garlic cloves (sliced)
  • ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup chicken broth ((you can use red wine as well if you are not on low-carb and whole30 diets))
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil

Instruction:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the sausage links, and cook for about 2 minutes each side, just until they turn brown. The sausage will not be cooked through.
  2. Place them on a cutting board, slice them, and set aside.
  3. Add the onions, and cook for about 2 minutes. Stir constantly. Then, add the bell peppers, garlic, salt and black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5 minutes or until the onions are translucent.
  4. Add the chicken broth to the skillet with the peppers and onions, and scrape the bottom of the skillet to release all the brown bits.
  5. Return the sausage back to the skillet, and reduce the heat to medium. Cover and simmer 10 minutes. Then, uncover the skillet, increase the heat to medium-high, and cook for 3 more minutes, just until the liquid is evaporated and the sausage is cooked through. Top with parsley and basil. Enjoy!

Italian Sausage Recipes

recipes with italian sausage

Delicious Italian sausage recipes that can be used for meals all day long including a breakfast casserole, stuffed peppers, and more like this simple sausage skillet.

Prep: 10min

Total: 25min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 452 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 39 g, Saturated Fat 13 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 825 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, unSaturated Fat 24 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 4 Italian Sausage Links (sliced into 1/2-inch rounds)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 yellow squash (sliced into rounds and then cut in half)
  • 1 zucchini (slice into rounds and then cut in half)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instruction:

  1. Place Italian sausage into a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until sausage starts to turn brown and cooks through.
  2. Add in olive oil, onion, squash, and zucchini. Sprinkle in Italian seasoning.
  3. Stir and cook for another 4-5 minutes.
  4. Serve warm.

This Italian Sausage Pasta Is So Easy, You’ll Forget About Other Pasta Recipes

FAQ

What goes well with Italian sausage?

What To Serve With Italian Sausage
  • Parmesan Risotto.
  • Zucchini and Squash Casserole.
  • Sauteed Broccolini.
  • Buttered Noodles.
  • Oat Rolls.
  • Marinara Sauce.
  • Roasted Potatoes.
  • Mac and Cheese.

How to cook Italian sausage Gordon Ramsay?

Best Condiments and Toppings on Sausage
  1. Caramelized Onions. Caramelized onions offer the perfect combination of sweet and savory to take any quality sausage to the next level. …
  2. Sauteed Peppers. …
  3. Mustard. …
  4. Ketchup. …
  5. Sauerkraut. …
  6. Russian Dressing. …
  7. Pickle Relish. …
  8. Jalapeño Peppers.

What condiment to put on Italian sausage?

What to Serve with Sausage (10 Irresistible Side Dishes)
  • Sautéed Peppers and Onions.
  • Mac & Cheese.
  • Baked Beans.
  • Coleslaw.
  • Potato Salad.
  • Rosemary and Garlic Baked Potato Wedges.
  • Potato Chips.
  • Grilled Vegetables.
About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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