Creamy Italian Pink Sauce with Sausage & Sun-Dried Tomatoes
This indulgent Italian pink sauce is a luxurious blend of tomato and cream, elevated with crumbled sausage and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Toss it with pasta for a restaurant-worthy dinner thatβs surprisingly easy to make at home.
π΄ Ingredients
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy), casings removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)
- 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni work well)
- Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
π₯ Instructions
Cook the Sausage:
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Crumble in the sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove excess grease if needed.
SautΓ© Aromatics:
Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper to the sausage. SautΓ© for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
Add Tomatoes & Simmer:
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10β15 minutes to let flavors meld.
Make it Creamy:
Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Mix until the sauce is smooth and pink in color. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Toss & Serve:
Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and toss with the pink sauce. Garnish with fresh herbs and more Parmesan if desired.
π¦ Amazon Must-Haves to help you create the best Creamy Italian Pink Sauce with Sausage & Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- π Italian Sausage Links, Sweet or Spicy β Perfectly seasoned sausage to build a flavorful base
- π§ Organic Fresh Garlic β A must-have for every savory Italian sauce
- π Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Olive Oil β Adds a tangy, chewy texture and bold flavor
- π₯« Crushed San Marzano Tomatoes β High-quality tomatoes that make your sauce sing
- π₯ Heavy Cream Shelf-Stable Packs β Creamy richness ready whenever you are
- π§ Parmesan Cheese Grater β Freshly grated cheese adds that final touch
- π Nonstick Skillet with Lid β Ideal for simmering your sauce without sticking
π‘ Helpful Tip: Want to turn up the flavor? Deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine after browning the sausage before adding the tomatoes.