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This Creamy Sausage Rotini with Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a rich, comforting dish that combines savory Italian sausage, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious creamy sauce. The rotini pasta, with its spiraled shape, holds onto the sauce wonderfully, making every bite an indulgence. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal, this dish is easy to prepare, full of flavor, and guaranteed to satisfy your cravings.
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Recipe Overview:
Yield: Serves 4-6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 35-40 minutes
Ingredients:
For the pasta:
12 ounces rotini pasta (or any other short pasta like penne or rigatoni)
Salt, for pasta water
For the sausage:
1 pound Italian sausage (you can use sweet, spicy, or a combination, based on your preference)
1 tablespoon olive oil (if necessary, to help cook the sausage)
For the creamy sauce:
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (use oil-packed for extra flavor)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth (or pasta water)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish (optional):
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Extra grated Parmesan cheese
Equipment:
Large pot for boiling pasta
Large skillet or sauté pan
Colander (for draining pasta)
Wooden spoon or spatula
Tongs or pasta server
Measuring cups and spoons
Instructions:
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