Description
Experience the rich flavors of Italy right in your kitchen with this Creamy Red Pepper Sausage Pasta Delight. This dish combines succulent Italian sausage with the sweet, smoky taste of roasted red peppers, all wrapped up in a creamy sauce that perfectly coats your favorite pasta. Ideal for a cozy dinner or when you want something both satisfying and a touch gourmet, this recipe promises to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces of pasta (penne or medium shells recommended)
- 2 cups of roasted red peppers, drained (from a 16 ounce jar)
- ½ cup of low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 6 fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- ½ pound of Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 medium shallot, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon of salt, or to taste
- ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- Place the roasted red peppers, chicken broth, heavy cream, and basil into a blender. Blend these ingredients until smooth, forming the base for your creamy pasta sauce.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until well-browned.
- To the skillet, add the chopped shallot and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes, or until the shallot is tender. Season with salt to enhance the flavors.
- Pour the blended red pepper mixture into the skillet. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium-low heat, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Stir in the drained pasta and grated Parmesan cheese. Continue to cook for 2 more minutes, stirring constantly, to ensure the pasta is evenly coated and the cheese is melted into the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes