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Italian Sausage With Bow Tie Pasta

A hearty and flavorful dish featuring Italian sausage and bow tie pasta in a rich tomato sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sausage
  • 12 oz bow tie pasta or farfalle
  • 1 lb Italian sausage sweet or spicy, casings removed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes 28 oz
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated, for serving

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bow tie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta in a colander and set aside.
Prepare the Sausage Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
  4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the sausage sauce and toss to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with grated parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

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