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One-Pot Spaghetti with Italian Sausage & Cream Sauce

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One-Pot Spaghetti with Italian Sausage & Cream Sauce is a comforting and indulgent dish that combines savory Italian sausage with a rich cream sauce and perfectly cooked spaghetti. This easy-to-make one-pot meal promises restaurant-quality flavors right at home, making it perfect for family dinners or impressing guests. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, you’ll find it hard to resist asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz spaghetti
  • 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced Italian sausage and brown for about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and fresh spinach; cook until spinach wilts, around 2–3 minutes.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and add uncooked spaghetti, ensuring it's submerged. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream until well combined, allowing it to thicken for about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese and optional crushed red pepper flakes, mixing until creamy. Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.

Nutrition

Keywords: Substitute Italian sausage with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. For added nutrition, consider tossing in sun-dried tomatoes or other vegetables. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

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