Description
A delicious recipe for Italian Sausage and Bow Tie Pasta, combining savory sausage with creamy sauce and pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces bow tie pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices) and heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the cooked bow tie pasta and half of the Parmesan cheese until well combined. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, topped with the remaining Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream.
- Add vegetables like spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg