Description
This Spicy Sausage Cream Sauce recipe has been in my husband’s family for years. It’s has incredible flavor and is great for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound hot Italian sausage links (casing removed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound dried pasta
- 1/2 white onion, minced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 28-ounce can whole, peeled San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- 1/4 fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
Notes
- Serve this spicy sausage sauce with any pasta shape. It would also pair well with ravioli or tortellini.
- Use San Marzano tomatoes for their rich, sweet flavor; they make a noticeable difference in the sauce.
- When adding Parmesan, reduce the heat and add the cheese gradually, stirring constantly to avoid clumping and ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
- For a milder sauce, use mild or sweet Italian sausage instead of hot, or add a splash of extra cream to tone down the spice.
- For extra spice, add a touch of crushed red pepper flakes.
- This recipe will make more sauce than is needed for one pound of pasta. Remove two cups prior to adding the pasta. You can always add back a bit more if needed.
- Since this sauce freezes well, consider doubling the recipe and storing some for a quick future meal.
- When reheating, do so slowly to preserve the creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: American