How to Make Creamy Pesto Penne with Sausage - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious and easy weeknight dinner idea that the whole family will love? Look no further than this Creamy Pesto Penne with Sausage recipe! This dish is the perfect combination of creamy, savory, and satisfying, making it a surefire crowd-pleaser. Best of all, it comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a great option for those busy evenings when you need to get dinner on the table in a hurry.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
  • ½ pound ground sausage
  • 1 (1.2 ounce) package creamy pesto sauce mix (such as Knorr®)
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¼ cup olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook penne at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes; drain and transfer pasta to a bowl.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; add to pasta.
  • Whisk pesto sauce mix, milk, and olive oil together in a small saucepan; bring to a boil while stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and keep at a simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes; pour over pasta and sausage mixture and toss to coat.
  • Nutrition

    1455 cal.

    • Total Fat: 62g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 75mg
    • Sodium: 2151mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 177g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 52g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 214mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 884mg