Toasted Angel Hair Pasta with Roasted Red Peppers and Sausage
Elevate your pasta night with this irresistible Toasted Angel Hair Pasta with Roasted Red Peppers and Sausage! This one-pan recipe highlights nutty, golden-brown toasted angel hair pasta, which is simmered to tender perfection in savory chicken broth. Juicy Italian sausage adds a burst of flavor, while roasted red peppers bring a hint of smoky sweetness. Finished with fragrant garlic, melted Parmesan cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this dish is a harmonious blend of robust and comforting flavors. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, it's an easy yet elegant pasta recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Best served with extra Parmesan and a crisp green salad for a truly delightful meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz angel hair pasta
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 3 pcs garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
In a dry large skillet, toast the angel hair pasta over medium heat for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until it turns golden brown. Remove the pasta from the skillet and set it aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, removed from its casing, and cook for 7-8 minutes, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula, until fully cooked and browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and drain excess fat if necessary. Set the sausage aside.
Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the roasted red peppers to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes to warm them through.
Return the toasted angel hair pasta to the skillet and pour in the chicken broth. Stir well, ensuring the liquid coats the pasta evenly. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the pasta is tender.
Stir in the cooked sausage and season the dish with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine all the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley on top. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
Serve immediately, with additional Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.6 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.9 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 191 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 5920 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.8 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 84.8 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 646 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1518 mg | 32% | |
*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.
