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Italian Sausage Bow Tie Pasta

Italian Sausage Bow Tie Pasta for Ultimate Comfort Cooking

This Italian Sausage Bow Tie Pasta is a comforting and customizable dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Bow Tie Pasta or substitute with penne or fusilli
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage mild or spicy based on preference
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) adds depth to the sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) provides aromatic notes
  • 14.5 ounces Canned Diced Tomatoes (undrained) brings moisture to the sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano complements basil
  • to taste Salt and Pepper for seasoning
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella melts perfectly on the pasta
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan adds a nutty finish
  • Fresh Basil for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the bow tie pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 8-10 minutes until al dente, then drain and drizzle with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Crumble the Italian sausage into the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Stir in canned diced tomatoes, dried basil, oregano, salt, and pepper, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked bow tie pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to combine all ingredients.
  7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over the pasta, cover, and let cheese melt.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil if desired, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, cook pasta al dente and use high-quality sausage. Add vegetables for a nutritional boost.

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