Italian Sausage with Bow Tie Pasta
Savor the comforting flavors of Italy with this hearty Italian Sausage with Bow Tie Pasta recipe. Featuring tender farfalle pasta, juicy Italian sausage (choose mild or bring the heat with hot), and a rich tomato-based sauce infused with garlic, onion, and aromatic herbs like basil and oregano, this dish is the perfect blend of savory and satisfying. A dusting of freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped parsley add the perfect finishing touch, making it as beautiful as it is delicious. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan pasta dish is ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. Treat your taste buds to this flavorful classic that’s easy to make and guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz bow tie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot, your choice)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Remove the casings from the Italian sausage, if applicable. Add the sausage to the skillet and cook, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula, for 7-8 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Simmer the sauce over low heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to blend.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss well to coat the pasta in the sauce.
Serve the pasta warm, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3527 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.4 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.2 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 8717 mg | 379% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.4 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.2 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.4 g | ||
| Protein | 161.4 g | 323% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1718 mg | 132% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 3625 mg | 77% | |
*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.
