Smoked Turkey Sausage with Pasta

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful and satisfying Smoked Turkey Sausage with Pasta recipe. Featuring tender penne pasta tossed in a creamy tomato-based sauce, this dish is packed with savory slices of smoked turkey sausage, fresh spinach, and a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes. A touch of heavy cream and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese create a luscious, velvety finish, while optional fresh basil adds a burst of herbaceous brightness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty meal is perfect for busy nights and is sure to delight the entire family. Easy to customize and brimming with comforting flavors, it’s a must-try for pasta enthusiasts looking for something special.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Smoked turkey sausage
• 12 oz Penne pasta
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
• 14.5 oz Canned diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cups Fresh spinach leaves
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 2

Cut the smoked turkey sausage into 1/4-inch-thick slices.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced turkey sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (including the juices) and the heavy cream. Let the mixture come to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the fresh spinach leaves to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes, stirring, until the spinach is wilted.

Step 7

Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese and season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, use the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen it to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with chopped fresh basil, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately, dividing the pasta into bowls and offering additional Parmesan cheese on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1362.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2800.8

Total Fat 127.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 368.3mg	0%
Sodium 6267.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 277.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 124.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 741.6mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 2904.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.5%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 40.3%