Sausage and Mushrooms with Pasta in Spicy Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of 'Sausage and Mushrooms with Pasta in Spicy Sauce,' a hearty one-pan dish that's perfect for any night of the week. Featuring tender penne pasta cloaked in a bold, spicy tomato sauce, this recipe combines savory Italian sausage, earthy mushrooms, and aromatic garlic for layers of rich flavor. A touch of crushed red pepper flakes gives the dish just the right level of heat, balanced by aromatic herbs like oregano and basil. Perfectly finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this satisfying meal is easy to prepare in just 45 minutes. Whether you're craving a cozy family dinner or an elevated pasta night, this spicy pasta dish delivers on both taste and simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casings removed)
- 8 ounces white button mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 small yellow onion (finely diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 12 ounces dry penne pasta
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated, for serving)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sausage to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and diced onion. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and the onion softens.
Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to caramelize it slightly.
Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken broth, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and let the sauce simmer gently for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for garnish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 72 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1621 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.0 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 948 mg | 20% | |
*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.
