Sausage Mushroom Pasta Recipe

Cat Cora Kitchen

This creamy sausage mushroom pasta combines seared Italian sausage and earthy mushrooms in a rich, velvety Parmesan cream sauce. It's a comforting, one-pot dish that delivers deep, satisfying flavor with minimal cleanup. Ideal for weeknights or entertaining, it’s ready in under 40 minutes and loved by both kids and adults.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian-American

Calories: 580

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients

1 lb (450g) hot or sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
8 oz (225g) cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
12 oz (340g) fettuccine or penne pasta
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

Heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, wooden spoon, colander, measuring cups and spoons, knife, cutting board

Method

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until browned and crumbled, about 5–7 minutes.
Add chopped onion and sliced mushrooms, cooking until softened and lightly browned, about 6–8 minutes.
Stir in minced garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add pasta, ensuring it's submerged, and cook for 12–14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until al dente.
Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth and coats the pasta.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add more broth if needed to reach desired consistency.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 580 | Carbohydrates: 34 | Protein: 24 | Fat: 38

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