Marry Me Sausage Pasta

5 mins

15 mins

Portions: 5

Staring blankly at the pantry wondering how to turn basic ingredients into something genuinely exciting for dinner? Let this cozy recipe do the thinking for you. This Marry Me Sausage Pasta transforms simple weeknight staples into a rich, restaurant-worthy comfort meal with zero guesswork.

Simmering savory Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, and tender greens in a velvety Alfredo sauce creates an irresistibly creamy glaze that coats every single bite of pasta. It is a foolproof, high-reward dinner that feels like a special occasion even on the busiest weeknight.

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) Johnsonville Fresh Ground Italian Sausage, any variety
12 ounces penne pasta
1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
½ cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
3 cups baby spinach

Ingredient Swap

3 cups broccoli florets
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Optional: crushed red pepper

Directions

Cook penne according to package directions. If using broccoli, add florets to the pasta pot during the last 5 minutes of cooking; drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, cook and crumble sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Drain excess grease if desired.
Stir in Alfredo sauce and sun-dried tomatoes; bring to a simmer. If using spinach, stir it into the sauce and cook until wilted.
Add the cooked pasta (and broccoli, if using) to the skillet and toss until evenly coated.
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper if desired.