Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Italian sausage with bow tie pasta, a comforting dish that combines rich flavors and vibrant colors. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, bringing everyone together around the table. With aromatic garlic, savory sausage, and fresh basil, each bite transports you to Italy, making it a must-try for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 8 oz bow tie pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Red pepper flakes for heat
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant and onions are translucent.
- Crumble the Italian sausage into the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in canned tomatoes along with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve half a cup of pasta water before draining.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg