Spicy Italian Sausage Pasta
Craving pasta but short on time? Look no further! This Spicy Italian Sausage Pasta is your ticket to a quick, creamy, and oh-so-satisfying meal. With its rich tomato-based cream sauce and generous helping of crumbled spicy Italian sausage, this dish is a weeknight hero that never fails to impress. Get ready to dive into a bowl of pure comfort and flavor-packed goodness—it’s pasta perfection in every bite!
Ingredients:
– 8 ounces dried pasta (such as penne or fusilli)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
– 1/2 cup chicken broth
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Cook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare the sauce: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Simmer the sauce: Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
5. Combine the pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
6. Serve: Divide the spicy Italian sausage pasta among serving plates. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.
7. Enjoy: Serve your Spicy Italian Sausage Pasta hot, and enjoy the bold flavors!
