Pasta with Sausage and Cream: Easy Recipe, with Traditional and Thermomix Version: When you need a dish that is both comfort food and incredibly easy to prepare, Pasta with Sausage and Cream is the perfect solution. The rustic flavor of the sausage combines with the delicacy of the cream to create a dish that appeals to both adults and children. It’s perfect for a midweek dinner or to impress guests with few ingredients but lots of flavor. It’s a heartwarming dish, ideal for cooler evenings or those lunches where you want to indulge in something special yet simple to make.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Inexpensive
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Cooking time: 25 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Fall, Winter
Ingredients
- 11 oz pasta (such as penne, farfalle, fusilli..)
- 10.5 oz sausage (such as toscanelli)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 garlic (clove)
- 0.85 cup cooking cream
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Steps
1. Sauté the garlic and sausage:
In a large pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
Add the whole garlic clove and let it sauté for a few minutes until golden. Once golden, remove the garlic.
Add the crumbled sausage, making sure to remove the casing, and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden and well cooked.
2. Add the cream:
When the sausage is well browned, pour the cream directly into the pan.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and mix well.
Cook over low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cream thickens and blends with the sausage.
3. Cook the pasta:
Meanwhile, cook the pasta in plenty of salted water, following the cooking times indicated on the package.
Drain al dente and set aside a cup of cooking water, in case the sauce is too dry.
4. Combine and serve:
Add the drained pasta directly into the pan with the sausage and cream sauce.
Mix well over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, adding a bit of the pasta cooking water if necessary to achieve a creamy consistency.
Serve the pasta hot. Enjoy your meal!Try this Pasta with Sausage and Cream recipe now and discover how easy it is to prepare. Share it with friends and family, and enjoy every bite of pure goodness!
1. Sauté the garlic:
Start by placing the garlic and extra virgin olive oil in the Thermomix bowl. Sauté for 4 minutes at 250°F, speed 1. Once golden, remove the garlic.
2. Cook the sausage:
Add the crumbled sausage, without casing, and sauté for 8 minutes at 250°F, speed 1. Stir occasionally to cook the sausage evenly.
3. Add the cream:
Now add the cream, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 8 minutes at 250°F, speed 1. We need to stir well to blend the flavors.
4. Cook the pasta:
Remove the sauce from the bowl, without washing it. Pour 700 g of water and a teaspoon of salt, setting 8 minutes at 250°F, speed 1. When it reaches a boil, add the pasta and cook following the cooking times indicated on the package, setting 212°F, reverse function, speed 1.
5. Combine and serve:
Once the pasta is ready, drain with the basket and combine with the sausage and cream sauce prepared. Serve our dish hot, garnishing with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy your meal! Our Pasta with Sausage and Cream is ready to be enjoyed in company, bringing a touch of flavor and comfort to our table!
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Storage: Store the pasta in the refrigerator for 1-2 days in an airtight container. Reheat over low heat adding a bit of cream or milk to maintain its creaminess.
Notes: You can customize the recipe by adding champignon mushrooms or peas to add an extra touch to the dish. If you prefer a lighter version, you can use chicken or turkey sausage.
Service: Serve the dish hot with a generous sprinkle of Parmigiano Reggiano and, if you like, a bit of chili pepper for a spicy touch.
Pasta with Sausage and Cream: Easy Recipe, with Traditional and Thermomix Version
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I replace the cream with another ingredient?
Yes, you can replace the cream with plant-based cream or creamy cheese like Philadelphia, for a lighter or lactose-free version.
How can I make the recipe lighter?
For a lighter version, you can replace the cream with plant-based cream or Greek yogurt, and use turkey or chicken sausage instead of the classic sausage.
How long does it take to prepare pasta with sausage and cream?
The recipe requires about 10 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes of cooking, for a total of about 35 minutes.
How can I prevent the cream from curdling too much?
Cook on low heat and stir constantly. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a bit of pasta cooking water to maintain the creaminess.
