Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta

Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta - packed with fresh parmesan, spinach, Italian chicken sausage, and a deliciously creamy sun dried tomato sauce. Restaurant-quality pasta that's easy to make in 30 minutes or less!

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Servings:

Calories: 536kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

1 pound dried pasta I used Cellentani
1 pound pre-cooked Italian sausage I used chicken sausage, sliced.
7 ounces sun dried tomatoes in oil 1 small jar, chopped. Reserve oil.
4 cloves garlic minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
4 cups baby spinach roughly chopped
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated

Instructions

Boil noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
While noodles are boiling, heat 2 Tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausages and sauté 5 minutes, stirring regularly, until browned. Remove from pan.
To the same skillet, add 1-2 Tablespoons sun dried tomato oil and heat over medium heat. Add the chopped sun dried tomatoes and minced garlic; sauté 2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add chicken broth and cook 3-4 minutes, until slightly reduced.
Add heavy cream and spinach. Bring to a low simmer.
Once the sauce has thickened to desired consistency, add the noodles and sausage back to the pan. Stir to coat.
Garnish with fresh Parmesan to taste.

Notes

Storing & Reheating

Leftover pasta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, transfer desired amount to a skillet. Add a splash of chicken broth or heavy cream (I prefer heavy cream) and heat over medium-low heat, stirring regularly. Add additional liquid until sauce has reached the perfect consistency and pasta is warmed through.

Recipe Variations

Use any type of pasta, including gluten free

Substitute blackened shrimp or blackened chicken for the chicken sausage

Add additional veggies, such as onions, mushrooms, or bell peppers

Substitute dry white wine for all or part of the chicken broth

Substitute vegetable broth and omit the sausage to make it vegetarian

Garnish with fresh basil or oregano

Substitute Romano or Manchego cheese for garnish

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