Creamy Sausage Pasta with Burrata

Name: Creamy Sausage Pasta with Burrata
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 3 plates
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 0.5 lb pasta; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 onion; 3 cloves garlic; Salt; Black pepper; 8 ounces ground Italian sausage; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp onion powder; 0.5 tsp paprika; 1 tsp dried basil; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1.5 cups heavy cream; 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 0.5 cup shredded Asiago cheese; 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 0.25 cup reserved pasta water; handful fresh basil leaves; 1 burrata cheese; Extra Parmesan

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This Creamy Sausage Pasta with Burrata is pure indulgence on a plate. Perfectly seasoned Italian sausage is cooked with garlic and onions, then simmered in a luscious tomato cream sauce enriched with mozzarella, Parmesan, and Asiago. The sauce hugs every piece of pasta, creating a rich, savory bite with hints of sweetness from fresh basil. Topped with creamy burrata and extra Parm, this dish balances elegance and comfort. It’s ideal for a cozy night in or impressing dinner guests without breaking a sweat.

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Creamy Sausage Pasta with Burrata

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Step 1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 2–3 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in minced garlic and a pinch of salt. Cook until fragrant.
Step 4
Add Italian sausage and break it apart with a spoon. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and dried basil. Cook until browned.
Step 5
Add tomato paste and stir to coat the sausage evenly.
Step 6
Pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Then add remaining 1/2 cup of heavy cream.
Step 7
Season again to taste with the same spices. Stir in Parmesan, Asiago, and mozzarella until melted.
Step 8
Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water. Toss everything together until creamy and well coated.
Step 9
Fold in fresh basil and remove from heat.
Step 10
Plate and top each serving with burrata and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

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