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Pasta with Sausage, Basil, and Mustard Recipe

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A flavorful and comforting pasta dish featuring penne with spicy Italian sausage, fresh basil, and a creamy mustard sauce made with white wine and heavy cream. Quick to prepare, this recipe combines bold flavors with a smooth texture, perfect for a hearty weeknight meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 1 pound penne, rigatoni, or medium shells

Sauce and Sausage

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 8 hot Italian sausages, meat removed from casings and crumbled (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 3/4 cup dry white wine
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons grainy mustard
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper
  • 1 cup thinly sliced basil

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients: Collect all ingredients listed to ensure a smooth cooking process.
  2. Cook Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. Brown Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over moderately high heat. Add the crumbled sausage meat and cook for about 5 minutes until browned thoroughly.
  4. Deglaze with Wine: Pour in the dry white wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to lift flavorful browned bits. Simmer until the wine reduces by half, approximately 5 minutes.
  5. Make Sauce: Stir in heavy cream, grainy mustard, and crushed red pepper. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
  6. Combine Pasta: Remove the skillet from heat. Add the cooked pasta and sliced basil to the sauce, tossing well to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy sausage mixture.
  7. Serve Immediately: Plate the pasta while hot for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

  • For a milder flavor, substitute hot Italian sausages with sweet Italian sausages.
  • If dry white wine is unavailable, use chicken broth as a substitute for deglazing.
  • Use fresh basil for the best aroma; dried basil will not provide the same fresh taste.
  • Do not overcook the pasta to maintain the perfect al dente bite, which works best with the creamy sauce.
  • This recipe can be adapted to gluten-free pasta varieties for those with dietary restrictions.

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