This dish is always on our meal rotation. Creamy Italian Sausage Pasta has a very slight spicy kick to it and the Parmesan, broth, garlic, and cream create an almost buttery-like sauce. It is SO GOOD!
Cook the pasta in a large pot according to package directions.
Creamy Meat Sauce
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet and add the bell pepper and onions. Mix in the Italian sausage, Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Cook until the sausage has browned and the veggies have softened.
Reduce heat slightly and stir in the garlic for 1 to 2 minutes. Drain about half (or less) of the fat from the skillet and then return to the stovetop. Stir in the broth, heavy cream, and dried red pepper flakes. Add the flour and mix well for about 2 minutes. Bring to a simmer while stirring occasionally. **Sample a small taste to see if the sauce needs more flavor and seasonings. Adjust by adding a tiny amount at a time. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes over low heat until the sauce has slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
Combine the pasta and the sauce. Add in the chopped spinach and stir until it is slightly wilted and soft - about 1 minute.Turn off the heat. Stir in the parmesan cheese. Sprinkle with parsley prior to serving.