Sausage Pasta
Indulge in the hearty comfort of Sausage Pasta, a quick and flavor-packed dinner perfect for busy weeknights! This recipe combines savory Italian sausage, a robust tomato-based sauce, and your favorite pasta for a dish that's rich, satisfying, and bursting with bold Italian flavors. With aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, a hint of garlic, and a touch of red pepper flakes, this dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and spicy. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking an easy yet impressive meal. Top it with freshly grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of parsley for that irresistible finishing touch. Perfect for family meals or casual entertaining, this Sausage Pasta will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 links Italian sausage
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 ounces pasta (e.g., penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti)
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil in preparation for cooking the pasta.
Remove the casings from the Italian sausage. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. 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 until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the sauce simmers, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Add the cooked sausage back into the skillet with the sauce. Stir to combine and let it heat through for another 3-4 minutes.
If the sauce is too thick, stir in a little of the reserved pasta water, 1-2 tablespoons at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Toss the cooked pasta with the sausage and sauce, ensuring the pasta is evenly coated.
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.2 g | 186% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.0 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 335 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 7490 mg | 326% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.0 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.7 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.0 g | ||
| Protein | 133.1 g | 266% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1650 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 4421 mg | 94% | |
*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.
