Description
Satisfy your craving with delicious Italian Sausage With Bow Tie Pasta. Discover the perfect recipe now!
Ingredients
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- 12 oz bow tie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (turkey or chicken sausage works too)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1 – Cook the Pasta: Boil the Water: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil- Cook the Pasta: Add the bow tie pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2 – Prepare the Sauce: Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened. Add Tomatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, red pepper flakes (if using), and Italian seasoning. Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Step 3 – Combine Everything: Add Cream and Cheese: Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, mixing until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Return the Sausage: Add the cooked sausage back into the skillet and stir to combine. Toss With Pasta: Add the drained bow tie pasta to the skillet and toss until the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce.
- Step 4 – Serve: Garnish and Plate: Sprinkle the dish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg