Bow Tie Pasta with Sausage and Asparagus
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Bow Tie Pasta with Sausage and Asparagus recipe, a perfect balance of hearty and fresh. Tender farfalle pasta pairs beautifully with savory Italian sausage, crisp sautéed asparagus, and a light garlic-infused chicken broth sauce. A touch of red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, while grated Parmesan cheese melts into the dish, creating a creamy and comforting finish. This one-pan wonder is ready in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy nights without sacrificing gourmet flavor. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan for a restaurant-quality meal that's sure to impress. Perfect for pasta lovers seeking a quick, delicious, and satisfying dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces bow tie pasta (farfalle)
- 8 ounces Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- to taste salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water and drain the rest. Set cooked pasta aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and add the sausage. Cook the sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the asparagus and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but still crisp.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the asparagus and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and pour in the chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a low simmer.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is coated with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta water, one at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt to taste. Toss everything together until well combined.
Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and sprinkle extra Parmesan cheese on top.
Serve the pasta warm and enjoy your Bow Tie Pasta with Sausage and Asparagus!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
634 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1382 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 420 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
