Pasta Primavera with Italian Sausage Recipe

Name: Pasta Primavera with Italian Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 qts. water; 1 tsp (5 ml). salt; 1 cup (225 ml) julienned carrots; 1 cup (225 ml) julienned zucchini; 1 cup (225 ml) julienned yelow squash; 1/2 lb (.2 kg). sweet Italian sausage; 2 cups (475 ml) heavy cream; 1 tbsp (15 ml). minced garlic; 3/4 tsp (4 ml). salt; 1 cup (225 ml) grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tbsp (30 ml). chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 tsp (1 ml). black pepper; salt to taste; 1 lb (.5 kg). cooked penne pasta; 1 cup (225 ml) chopped fresh tomato; 1/4 cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 qts. water
1 tsp (5 ml). salt
1 cup (225 ml) julienned carrots
1 cup (225 ml) julienned zucchini
1 cup (225 ml) julienned yelow squash
1/2 lb (.2 kg). sweet Italian sausage
2 cups (475 ml) heavy cream
1 tbsp (15 ml). minced garlic
3/4 tsp (4 ml). salt
1 cup (225 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp (30 ml). chopped fresh parsley
1/4 tsp (1 ml). black pepper
salt to taste
1 lb (.5 kg). cooked penne pasta
1 cup (225 ml) chopped fresh tomato
1/4 cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese

1
Bring water to a boil.
2
Add 1 tsp (5 ml).
3
salt.
4
Cook carrots in water 3 minutes.
5
Add zucchini and squash.
6
Cook 1 minute more until crisp-tender.
7
Drain.
8
Remove sausage from casing.
9
Brown in skillet while breaking meat up with a fork.
10
Drain.
11
Meanwhile, bring heavy cream, garlic and 3/4 tsp (4 ml).
12
salt to a boil in saucepan.
13
Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
14
Transfer to blender and add 1 cup (225 ml) Parmesan.
15
Puree until smooth.
16
Toss vegetables, sausage, cream sauce, parsley, pepper and salt to taste with pasta.
17
Sprinkle top with tomato and 1/4 cup (60 ml) Parmesan.

1020

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 qts. water, 1 tsp (5 ml). salt, 1 cup (225 ml) julienned carrots, 1 cup (225 ml) julienned zucchini, and more.

Yes, Pasta Primavera with Italian Sausage falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pasta Primavera with Italian Sausage

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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