Directions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Cook sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks, then drain any excess fat. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth, then add pesto and mix until fully combined. Add the cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper and top with additional Parmesan. Serves 6.
Creamy Pesto Sausage Pasta
Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Servings: 6
A rich and comforting pasta dish that comes together quickly with just a handful of ingredients. Savory sausage, silky cream, and bold pesto create a luscious sauce that clings to every bite of pasta, finished with a generous layer of Parmesan for a simple yet indulgent dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Anna Cavatappi
- 2 tbsp Cento Imported Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 lb Italian Sausage Links
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 2 tbsp Cento Organic Pesto Sauce
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese
- Cento Fine Sicilian Sea Salt, to taste
- Cento Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Directions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions, then drain and set aside. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Cook sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks, then drain any excess fat. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth, then add pesto and mix until fully combined. Add the cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper and top with additional Parmesan. Serves 6.
