Description
Hearty spicy italian sausage pasta brings robust flavors from Italian culinary traditions. Pasta lovers can savor this quick, satisfying meal that delivers comforting warmth and zesty excitement you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) spicy Italian sausage, casing removed
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 can (14 ounces/396 grams) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) tomato paste
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1/2 ounce (14 grams) penne pasta (or pasta of choice)
- 1/4 cup (25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Boil pasta in generously salted water for 8-10 minutes until perfectly tender, maintaining a slight bite. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat, reaching approximately 350°F.
- Introduce Italian sausage, crumbling and browning for 5-7 minutes until meat develops a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Incorporate finely chopped onions and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent and aromatic, approximately 3 minutes.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, and sprinkle red pepper flakes. Allow mixture to simmer and reduce, developing deep flavors for 10-12 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and gently fold heavy cream into sauce, creating a velvety, smooth consistency.
- Combine reserved pasta with sauce, ensuring each strand is luxuriously coated and heated through.
- Transfer to serving dishes, generously shower with freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and delicately garnish with chopped parsley or basil for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Opt for fresh Italian sausage to enhance the authentic flavor and ensure maximum taste depth.
- Control spice levels by adjusting red pepper flakes for personal heat preference or dietary needs.
- Select high-quality Parmesan cheese and grate it fresh for a more robust and creamy finish to the dish.
- Consider using gluten-free pasta to make the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 610 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg