Italian Sausage Pasta
Italian sausage pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines savory sausage, fresh vegetables, and al dente pasta into one irresistible meal. The aroma of sizzling garlic and Italian spices fills your kitchen, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Quick to prepare and customizable based on your pantry staples, this dish promises to impress everyone at the table. Serve it with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an added touch of richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (red, yellow, or orange)
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add crumbled Italian sausage. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and chopped bell peppers; sauté until fragrant and softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Mix in the cooked pasta and reserved pasta water if needed for moisture. Ensure everything is well coated in sauce.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, stir gently, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg