Description
Italian Sausage with Bow Tie Pasta is a comforting dish that combines spicy sausage and tender pasta in a rich, flavorful sauce. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also visually appealing with vibrant vegetables. With every bite, you’ll experience a delightful explosion of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (hot or mild)
- 8 oz bow tie pasta
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Gather all components for smooth cooking.
- Sauté vegetables: In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté onions and bell peppers until soft.
- Add sausage: Crumble the Italian sausage into the skillet and cook until browned.
- Mix in garlic and tomatoes: Stir in minced garlic and canned tomatoes; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook pasta: In salted boiling water, cook bow tie pasta until al dente. Drain and reserve a cup of pasta water.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta to the skillet, mixing well. If needed, add reserved pasta water for desired consistency.
- Serve: Plate and top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, feel free to throw in seasonal vegetables such as spinach or zucchini. - Consider using chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option.