Olive Garden Penne Milanese

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 17

Olive Garden Penne Milanese rich and creamy pasta recipe

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 ounces sweet Italian sausage , casing removed
	1 1/2 cups heavy cream
	1 teaspoon saffron thread
	1 lb penne rigate , cooked according to package directions
	1/3 cup parmesan cheese
	salt and pepper , to taste
	fresh parsley , chopped ( garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

761

Sugar

Fat

51g

Olive Garden Penne Milanese is a delicious Italian pasta dish made with sweet Italian sausage, heavy cream, and saffron. The cream-based sauce is rich and flavorful, with a yellow hue from the saffron. It is a comforting and satisfying dish that is popular at Italian restaurants and at home. The combination of spicy sausage and creamy sauce make this dish a true classic.

Instructions

1.	Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
2.	Stir in the heavy cream and saffron, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
3.	Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4.	Serve sauce over cooked penne pasta, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley as desired.

PROS

Olive Garden Penne Milanese is a delicious comfort food that is easy to make.

It’s a crowd-pleaser that is perfect for dinner parties, potlucks, and family gatherings.

The creamy and rich texture of the sauce pairs well with the savory and spicy flavors of the sausage.

CONS

The heavy cream used in this recipe makes it higher in calories and fat than some other pasta dishes.

Saffron is an expensive spice, which can make this recipe less budget-friendly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe includes protein from the sausage and calcium and fat from the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
Saffron has been known to have many health benefits, including reducing inflammation, treating depression, and improving eye health.