This creamy sausage pasta is my take on Pasta alla Norcina which is popular in Umbria.

With just a few ingredients, it’s simple and hearty, yet elegant enough for company.

Reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain pasta.

red plate of creamy sausage penne pasta with parsley

Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and then sausage.

Cook sausage, breaking it up with a spatula until it starts to brown, about 7 minutes.

Add garlic and a little more olive oil if skillet seems dry.

Simmer until wine has reduced by about half; add pasta water and half the Parmesan.

Stir, then add cream.

Stir again, season with salt and pepper.

Let it cook for a minute, then stir in pasta.

Check for seasoning, then add in remaining Parmesan.

Stir well and serve sprinkled with parsley.

Nutrition Facts(per serving)

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