Creamy Sausage & Kale Pasta

Comfort yourself with a bowl of creamy pasta, savory Italian sausage, and healthy kale. This dish is a satisfying meal because it has the richness of heavy cream, the hearty flavors of sausage, and the earthiness of kale.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz pasta
• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 bunch kale, stems removed and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Red pepper flakes optional, for heat
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions:

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente

Drain and set aside

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat

Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks

Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Stir in chopped kale and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes

Reduce heat to low and pour in heavy cream

Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes

Add cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the creamy sausage and kale mixture

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss again until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy

Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired

Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired