Creamy one-pan sausage and mustard pasta — a quick, slimming-friendly comfort meal packed with flavour, easy to make, and perfect for busy weeknights.
There’s nothing better than a hearty, creamy pasta dish that tastes like pure comfort, and this One Pan Creamy Sausage and Mustard Pasta is exactly that. It’s rich, flavourful, and feels a little bit indulgent, yet it’s made with lighter ingredients and comes together easily in just one pan. Less washing up, more flavour, that’s always a win in my book!
This dish has quickly become one of my go-to easy midweek dinners. It’s the kind of meal that feels special enough for a weekend but simple enough to throw together after a busy day. You start by frying up onions, peppers, mushrooms and garlic until they’re beautifully soft and fragrant.
Then in go the sausages, golden, sizzling, and adding loads of flavour to the base. The best part? The pasta cooks right in the pan with everything else, soaking up all those gorgeous flavours in a deliciously rich stock.
Once the pasta is perfectly tender, you stir through a spoonful of reduced-fat crème fraîche along with Dijon and wholegrain mustard for that tangy kick. The result is a creamy, smoky, mustardy sauce that coats every bite of rigatoni, comfort food perfection.
A sprinkle of cheese melted under the grill finishes it off with that irresistible golden top.
This creamy sausage pasta recipe is ideal for families, meal prep, or anyone looking for a quick, one-pan dinner that feels satisfying without being heavy. It’s budget-friendly too, making it a brilliant option for feeding a crowd or using up whatever sausages you have in the fridge.
You can swap the sausages for chicken or veggie ones, add in extra veggies like spinach or courgette, or use wholewheat pasta for a higher fibre option.
Not only is it simple and delicious, but this slimming-friendly pasta recipe also proves you don’t have to miss out on comfort food while keeping things balanced. The creamy texture and punchy mustard flavour make it feel far more indulgent than it really is and that’s exactly the kind of food I love sharing!
So, if you’re after an easy, family-friendly recipe that’s full of flavour, comforting, and made all in one pan, this Creamy Sausage and Mustard Pasta will definitely hit the spot.
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