Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Italian sausage paired with bow tie pasta in this cozy dish. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe brings friends and family together around the dinner table, creating memories with each delightful bite. With vibrant colors and a savory sauce, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 12 oz bow tie pasta
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz canned tomatoes (crushed or whole)
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add Italian sausage to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Stir in canned tomatoes and red pepper flakes; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook bow tie pasta in salted boiling water until al dente according to package instructions. Drain.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sausage mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Remove from heat; stir in fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 60mg