Savory Sausage and Pasta Delight
Savor a comforting bowl of pasta tossed with juicy sausage and a rich, homemade tomato sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, delivering bold flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With just a handful of ingredients and simple steps, you can create a meal that feels like a warm embrace on a chilly evening.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned whole tomatoes, crushed by hand
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and cook sliced sausage until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic with the sausage for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in crushed tomatoes and let simmer for about 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Toss Everything Together: Mix the cooked pasta into the skillet until well coated with sauce.
- Finish with Freshness: Fold in fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg