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Pasta with Sausage and Fire-Roasted Tomato Sauce Recipe

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This hearty and flavorful Pasta with Sausage and Fire Roasted Tomatoes recipe combines savory Italian sausage, aromatic garlic and onion, and tangy fire roasted tomatoes into a rich sauce served over perfectly cooked spaghetti. Finished with fresh basil and Parmesan cheese, this comforting dish comes together in just 30 minutes and serves six, making it a perfect weeknight meal full of robust flavors and satisfying textures.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Sausage and Sauce

  • 1 pound regular or Italian sausage (Jennie-O Italian Style Turkey Sausage preferred)
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 (15 oz.) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup fresh basil, snipped into little pieces

Pasta

  • 1/2 pound dry spaghetti (or your favorite pasta)
  • Salt (for pasta water, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cook Sausage and Onion: In a large pot over medium to high heat, cook the sausage and diced onion together, stirring frequently until the onion is soft and the sausage is fully browned and crumbled.
  2. Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook on low heat for 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic, to enhance the flavor base of the sauce.
  3. Prepare Thickener and Add Broth: In a glass measuring cup, mix the cornstarch thoroughly into the chicken broth until fully dissolved. Pour this mixture into the pot with the sausage and onion, then cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Simmer: Stir in the fire roasted diced tomatoes and combine well with the sauce, allowing the flavors to meld.
  5. Incorporate Cheese and Basil: Add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil to the sauce, stirring until everything is evenly mixed and the cheese begins to melt.
  6. Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and the dry spaghetti. Cook until al dente according to package instructions, then drain most of the water but leave a small amount to help the sauce adhere to the pasta.
  7. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the pot with the sausage and tomato sauce, mixing well to combine and coat the pasta completely.
  8. Serve: Garnish with extra fresh basil and Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious meal!

Notes

  • Be careful when cooking garlic to avoid burning, as it can turn bitter.
  • You can substitute the sausage with a plant-based sausage to make a vegetarian version, but the flavor will differ slightly.
  • Using fire roasted tomatoes gives a smoky depth to the sauce that fresh tomatoes alone don’t provide.
  • Reserve some pasta water before draining to adjust sauce consistency if needed.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/pasta-with-sausage-and-fire-roasted-tomato-sauce-recipe/