Imagine a meal that combines the creamy decadence of Alfredo sauce, the savory punch of sausage, and the nutritious goodness of spinach - all prepared in just one pan! This Spinach Sausage One Pan Alfredo is about to become your new weeknight dinner obsession. Perfect for busy home cooks who crave restaurant-quality flavor without the complicated cleanup, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering dish that will have your family begging for seconds. Get ready to revolutionize your dinner routine with this incredibly easy and irresistibly delicious meal!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Sausage
- Spinach
- Pasta
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all your ingredients: sausage, spinach, pasta, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. This will ensure a smooth cooking process.
- In a large skillet or pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the sausage is browned and cooked through.
- While the sausage is cooking, mince the garlic. Once the sausage is browned, add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Next, add the spinach to the pan. Stir and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted. If necessary, you can add a splash of water to help steam the spinach.
- In the meantime, bring a separate pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
- Once the spinach is wilted, reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir well to combine, allowing the cream to warm through for about 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it in the creamy sausage and spinach mixture. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Grate the Parmesan cheese and add it to the pasta, stirring until melted and well incorporated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit for a minute to thicken slightly. Serve the Spinach Sausage One Pan Alfredo warm, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious one-pan meal that combines the richness of Alfredo sauce with the heartiness of sausage and the freshness of spinach!
Tips
- Choose high-quality sausage for maximum flavor - Italian or spicy varieties work wonderfully
- Don't rush the garlic sautéing process - low and slow prevents burning
- Reserve pasta water before draining; it's liquid gold for adjusting sauce consistency
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the richest, smoothest sauce
- Keep the heat low when adding cream to prevent separation
- Stir continuously when incorporating cheese to ensure smooth melting
- Let the dish rest for a minute after cooking to allow the sauce to thicken naturally
- For extra richness, consider adding a splash of white wine when cooking sausage
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
