Bow Ties with Sausage Tomato and Cream
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this decadent Bow Ties with Sausage, Tomato, and Cream recipe—a rich, satisfying pasta dish that comes together in just 35 minutes. Featuring tender bow tie pasta swirled in a luscious tomato and cream sauce, this recipe is enhanced by savory Italian sausage, fragrant garlic, and a touch of Parmesan cheese for an irresistible depth of flavor. A sprinkle of fresh basil adds a bright, herbaceous finish, while optional red pepper flakes provide a subtle kick for spice lovers. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare, this creamy sausage pasta is sure to become your go-to comfort food. Serve it with a side of crusty bread and a crisp green salad for a complete Italian-inspired meal that’s bound to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces bow tie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 pound mild or hot Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 14 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 4 quarts water
- 1 tablespoon salt (for pasta water)
Instructions
Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water, then add the bow tie pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the Italian sausage to the skillet. Break it up into small pieces using a wooden spoon and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove any excess grease from the skillet if necessary.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Add the grated parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
Season the sauce with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes, if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Add the cooked bow tie pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add some of the reserved pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Sprinkle the dish with fresh basil before serving.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1234 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.9 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.0 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 3231 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1193 mg | 92% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 874 mg | 19% | |
*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.
