Sausage & Peppers Penne Alfredo Recipe

Name: Sausage & Peppers Penne Alfredo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta; 2 tablespoons olive oil (or bacon drippings); 5 hot Italian sausage links (you can use mild); 2 bell peppers (you may also use poblanos or other mild chiles); 1 white onion; 1 tablespoon garlic (minced); salt & pepper (to taste); 2 tablespoons flour (optional); 1/4 cup chicken broth or 1/4 cup stock; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated); fresh basil

Servings: persons

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil (or bacon drippings)
5 hot Italian sausage links (you can use mild)
2 bell peppers (you may also use poblanos or other mild chiles)
1 white onion
1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
salt & pepper (to taste)
2 tablespoons flour (optional)
1/4 cup chicken broth or 1/4 cup stock
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
fresh basil

1
Slice sausage into 3/4 inch slices.
2
Cut onions and peppers in to thin strips (julienne slices).
3
Mince 3 to 4 cloves of garlic or measure out 1 Tbsp of pre-minced garlic.
4
Chop basil into small strips (about 1 inch in length).
5
Prepare pasta based on packaged instructions.
6
Fry sausage in oil over medium-high heat until all pieces have turned brown.
7
Add peppers and onions, season with salt and pepper to taste, and fry with sausage for 2 minutes.
8
Add garlic and fry for 1 more minute.
9
Dust the mixture with 2 Tbsp of flour (this step is optional, and will create a thicker sauce) and stir for about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes.
10
Add chicken broth and stir mixture for about 30 seconds.
11
Turn heat down to medium-low and add cream. Stir to combine.
12
Slowly bring cream to a boil and let simmer for 5 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally.
13
Add Parmesan cheese and stir until cheese is melted into mixture.
14
Garnish with fresh basil and serve over pasta.

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta, 2 tablespoons olive oil (or bacon drippings), 5 hot Italian sausage links (you can use mild), 2 bell peppers (you may also use poblanos or other mild chiles), and more.

Yes, Sausage & Peppers Penne Alfredo 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!

Sausage & Peppers Penne Alfredo

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