Pasta with Sausage
Savor the bold flavors of Italy with this hearty Pasta with Sausage recipe, a crowd-pleasing dish that combines tender pasta with a rich, savory tomato sauce infused with Italian herbs and spices. Perfectly browned Italian sausage mingles with aromatic garlic and onion, creating depth and warmth in every bite, while crushed tomatoes provide a luscious base for the sauce. A touch of red pepper flakes adds a subtle kick, beautifully balanced by the fragrant oregano and basil. Topped with freshly grated parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of vibrant parsley, this irresistible dish is ready in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Serve this comforting Italian classic steaming hot, and watch as it becomes a new family favorite! Keywords: pasta recipe, sausage pasta, Italian sausage, tomato sauce pasta, easy dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams pasta
- 500 grams Italian sausage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 1 units onion
- 800 grams crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons parsley
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Remove the sausage from casings, crumble into the skillet, and cook for about 5-7 minutes or until browned.
Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Stir for another minute until fragrant.
Pour the crushed tomatoes into the skillet with the sausage and onions. Stir to combine.
Season the sauce with oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Let the sauce simmer for about 10-15 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Toss the cooked pasta with the sausage tomato sauce in the skillet. Mix until the pasta is evenly coated.
Transfer the sausage pasta to serving plates and sprinkle generously with grated parmesan cheese.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3004 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.5 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.2 g | 341% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 489 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 7308 mg | 318% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.0 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.2 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.5 g | ||
| Protein | 151.3 g | 303% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1220 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 3732 mg | 79% | |
*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.
