For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk. Add some chopped sun-dried tomatoes or spinach to the sauce for extra nutrients and flavor. If you don't have creamy pesto sauce mix, use regular pesto and add a tablespoon of cream cheese or mascarpone for creaminess. Feel free to substitute the sausage with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
Creamy Pesto Penne with Sausage
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PREP TIME5 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME25 mins
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SERVING2 People
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VIEWS43
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and comforting Creamy Pesto Penne with Sausage. The rich pesto cream sauce perfectly coats the penne pasta and savory sausage, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. Ready in under 30 minutes!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate177 g
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Cholesterol75 mg
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Fiber8 g
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Protein52 g
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Saturated Fat16 g
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Sodium2151 mg
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Sugar16 g
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Fat62 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add penne pasta and cook according to package directions, about 10-12 minutes, or until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining. (Prep Time: 2 minutes, Cook Time: 12 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-9 minutes. Drain any excess grease. (Prep time: 2 minutes, Cook time: 9 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View In a separate small saucepan, whisk together the creamy pesto sauce mix and milk. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. (Prep time: 1 minute, Cook time: 4 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Add the cooked pasta and sausage to the saucepan with the pesto cream sauce. Toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency. (Prep time: 1 minute, Cook time: 2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Serve immediately. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, if desired.
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Scarlett Jast
May 9, 2025This was so easy and delicious! My family loved it, and it's definitely going into our regular rotation.
Sabrina Dubuqueboyer
Dec 12, 2024I added some spinach to the sauce, and it was a great addition!