Creamy One-Pot Pasta
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp.extra-virgin olive oil
- 12 oz.italian sausage
casings removed, about 3 links
- 1 tbsp.all-purpose flour
- 2 cmilk
- 1 cheavy cream
- 1 ½ cfinely grated parmesan
divided
- ½ largebutternut squash
peeled, seeded, chopped into ½pieces, about 1 lb.
- ½ lb.fusilli
- 1garlic clove
finely grated
- 1 sprigsage
- 2 ½ tsp.diamond crystal or 1½ tsp. morton kosher salt
- ¼ tsp.freshly grated nutmeg
- freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- 1
Heat oil in a medium heavy pot over medium-high. Cook sausage, breaking up into about 1" pieces with a wooden spoon, until well browned, 5–7 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, until evenly distributed, about 1 minute.
- 2
Combine milk, cream, and 2 cups water in a large bowl or glass measuring cup. Stirring sausage mixture constantly, slowly stream in milk mixture; bring to a simmer. Add 1¼ cups Parmesan and cook, stirring constantly, until cheese is melted. Add squash, pasta, garlic, sage, salt, and nutmeg and toss to combine, making sure pasta is covered with liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and bring to a bare simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked through, squash is beginning to break down, and sauce is reduced and glossy, about 20 minutes.
- 3
Pluck out and discard sage. Transfer pasta to a platter. Top with remaining ¼ cup Parmesan and a few cranks of pepper.
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply comforting, creamy pasta dish that practically makes itself? This Creamy One-Pot Pasta delivers rich, savory flavors with tender butternut squash and Italian sausage, all while keeping your dishwashing to a minimum. It’s the perfect answer for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
The magic of this dish lies in its clever one-pot approach, allowing the pasta to cook directly in the flavorful sauce. This method not only saves on dirty dishes but also infuses every piece of fusilli with the deep, savory notes of Italian sausage, creamy dairy, and sweet butternut squash, creating a truly harmonious meal from start to finish.
Prepare for a truly satisfying experience where al dente fusilli pasta is bathed in a luscious, velvety sauce. You’ll find pockets of sweet, tender butternut squash, perfectly balanced by the savory Italian sausage and the sharp tang of Parmesan cheese. The subtle warmth of freshly grated nutmeg and aromatic sage ties all the flavors together in a harmonious, cozy dish. This hearty main course comes together in about 45 minutes total, making it an excellent choice for a substantial, yet straightforward, dinner.
While this recipe shines with savory Italian sausage, you could consider a plant-based sausage alternative for a vegetarian option. For a different flavor profile, swap some of the butternut squash for sweet potato. If fusilli isn't on hand, another short, sturdy pasta shape like penne or rigatoni would work well.
This rich Creamy One-Pot Pasta is ideal for a comforting family dinner or a cozy meal on a chilly evening. Serve it simply, perhaps with a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan and a grind of black pepper.