Italian Sausage with Bow Tie Pasta
Italian Sausage with Bow Tie Pasta is the ultimate comfort food that combines savory Italian sausage, tender bow tie pasta, and vibrant vegetables in a rich, aromatic sauce. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings warmth and joy to your dinner table. Perfect for weeknight dinners or lively gatherings, it will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 8 ounces bow tie pasta
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, red or yellow)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Prepare the pasta: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and crumble in the Italian sausage. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Stir in chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Incorporate garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Combine everything: Lower heat slightly and mix in cooked bow tie pasta and fresh basil. Toss gently for 2-3 minutes to coat everything evenly.
- Serve hot: Plate generously topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to add spinach or swap the Italian sausage for turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner option. Customize spice levels by adding red pepper flakes during cooking.