Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian Sausage Pasta, a dish that brings warmth and richness to your dining table. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory ground Italian sausage with a luscious tomato sauce, perfectly complemented by gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Whether you’re having a casual family dinner or hosting friends, this versatile pasta dish can be adapted to suit any preference—choose between spicy, mild, or sweet sausage and pair it with your favorite pasta. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that not only satisfies hunger but also feels like a cozy hug in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground Italian sausage (hot, mild, or sweet)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 15 oz can diced tomatoes (undrained)
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese
- ½ lb cavatappi pasta (or penne)
- ¾ cup beef broth
- ½ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground sausage until browned; add onions and cook until softened.
- Drain excess grease and deglaze the skillet with white wine.
- Stir in butter, garlic, flour, diced tomatoes, and broth to create the sauce.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes then mix in cooked pasta and cheeses.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and cover until melted or bake at 350°F for 3-5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg