Healthy Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta: A Wholesome Family Favorite
A delicious and healthy twist on creamy Tuscan sausage pasta that will be a hit with the whole family.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Healthy
- 12 ounces whole wheat pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use ground turkey sausage instead of pork sausage.
- Add additional vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Healthy Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta