Description

This Italian Sausage Bow Tie Pasta delivers cozy comfort in every bite. Savory sausage, a tangy tomato sauce, and adorable bow-tie pasta come together for a meal that’s both easy and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound bow tie pasta (or your favorite pasta shape)
1 pound Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans (14.5 oz each) crushed tomatoes
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh basil, for garnish
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bow tie pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.
Stir in the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
Add the crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper. Let simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet and toss to coat. Cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.
Serve hot, topped with fresh basil and a good sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Notes

For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes while browning the sausage. Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat gently. This dish is great for doubling and makes excellent next-day meals.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 450
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 55mg

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