prep for a mouthwatering feast with our simplified Sausage and Noodles Delight for Four dish!
What ya' need:
- oil of the olive, as much as desired
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 sausage halves
- 1/2 tsp sweet paprika powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3 cans of crushed tomatoes
- 4 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1.5 tsp dried basil, split (1 tsp for sauce, 0.5 tsp for garnish)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 bag of macaroni
Let's get cookin':
- Warm a large pot on medium heat and grease lightly with oil. Saute your chopped onion, browned sausages, paprika, and pepper together until the sausages have slight browning.
- Combine crushed tomatoes, water, garlic, oregano, 1 tsp of basil, and saute the mixture at low heat for approximatley 1.5 hours.
- Bring water to a boil in another pot, add macaroni, and cook to al dente. Strain the water once it's nicely cooked.
- Mix your macaroni and swirling tomato sauce in a large bowl. Slice your sausages, salute them across the dish, sprinkle with Parmesan, and ornament with the remaining basil.
- Dive into your tasty Sausage and Noodles Delight, folks!
Add more pep to your palette:
If you're craving more pasta and sausage delectables, make an attempt at these irresistible recipes:
- Tuscan-challenged Sausage Pasta:
Mix Italian sausage, sun-dried tomatoes, two kinds of cheese, and a creamy sauce in this recipe from Gonna Want Seconds (ready in 30 minutes or less) [1].
- Orecchiette, Sausage, and Broccoli Pasta Fresca:
Italian sausage, orecchiette pasta, and broccoli create this light and healthy recipe from Chelsea's Messy Apron [2].
- Baked Ziti with Sausage:
Pair ziti pasta with sausage for a hearty dish from Gonna Want Seconds [1].
- Orecchiette with Sausage and Spinach:
Blend baby spinach into Chelsea's Messy Apron's orecchiette recipe for a delightful green twist [2].
Enjoy these recipes with their shared highlights of tasty sausages and macaroni!
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Changing it up:
- For the tomato sauce, you can replace crushed tomatoes with diced tomatoes or even use canned tomato sauce.
- Add chopped bell peppers to elevate the flavor profile of the dish.
- Substitute the type of sausage for Italian chicken sausage, spicy turkey sausage, or even andouille sausage for a smoky twist.
- For an additional layer of flavor, toss in a dollop of pesto to the sauce during the final stage of cooking.
- Combine sliced mushrooms with onions while browning the sausages for a meatier texture.
- Finish off with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and fresh parsley to bring out the flavors.
Source:
- Sausage and Noodles Delight for Four - modified
Enrichment Data:
1. Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta
Ingredients: - 16 ounces ziti - 1 cup reserved pasta water - 16 ounces Italian sausage - 2 tbsp butter - 1 cup onion, chopped - 1 tbsp garlic, minced - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour - 2 cups heavy cream - 1 (15-ounce) can petite tomatoes, diced, undrained - 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, well drained - 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed, and at room temperature - 2 cups mozzarella, shredded - 1 cup parmesan cheese - 3 tsp Italian seasoning - 1/4 tsp salt - 1/4 tsp black pepper - 2 cups fresh spinach - 1/2 cup basil, julienned
Instructions: 1. Cook ziti according to package instructions in well-salted water, reserve pasta water. 2. Brown Italian sausage in skillet, drain fat. 3. Saute onions and garlic in butter until soft. 4. Sprinkle flour over sautéed onions and cook. 5. Whisk in heavy cream, diced tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and cream cheese until smooth. 6. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and simmer until cheese is melted. 7. Stir in spinach, simmer until wilted. Add cooked pasta, toss to coat, and adjust with reserved pasta water if needed. 8. Stir in basil before serving.
2. Orecchiette, Sausage, and Broccoli Pasta
Ingredients: - 1 (16-ounce) box orecchiette pasta - 5 tbsp olive oil - 19 ounces Italian sausage (sweet or spicy) - Salt and pepper - 2 tsp minced garlic - 2 tsp Italian seasoning - 2 tsp dried parsley flakes - 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes - 1 cup chicken broth - 4 cups broccoli florets - 3 tbsp unsalted butter - 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions: 1. Cook Italian sausage in a large pan over medium-high heat. 2. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, parsley, red pepper flakes, olive oil, chicken broth, and broccoli to the pan. 3. Cook until broccoli is crisp-tender. 4. Add butter and stir until melted, simmer until sauce is reduced. 5. Cook orecchiette according to package instructions. Combine cooked pasta with sausage and broccoli mixture, adjust sauce thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
3. Baked Ziti with Sausage
Ingredients: - 16 oz ziti or penne pasta - 1 tbsp olive oil - 1 lb Italian sausage - 32 oz marinara sauce - 15 oz ricotta cheese - 1 large egg - 2 cups mozzarella cheese, divided - 3/4 cups shredded Parmesan cheese, divided - 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil - 1 tsp Italian seasoning - Dash of crushed red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions: 1. Cook ziti in a large pot of salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside. 2. Cook Italian sausage in a large sauté pan until no longer pink. Drain excess fat. 3. Prepare ricotta mixture with egg, 1 cup mozzarella, ½ cup Parmesan, basil, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. 4. Combine pasta, marinara sauce, and sausage in a greased 9×13-inch pan. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. 5. Bake at 375°F for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is golden brown and bubbly. Let sit 5 minutes before serving.
4. Orecchiette with Sausage and Spinach
This recipe is similar to the Orecchiette, Sausage, and Broccoli Pasta, but with spinach instead of broccoli. Follow the same steps, omitting the broccoli and adjusting the seasoning accordingly.
Ingredients: - 1 (16-ounce) box orecchiette pasta - 5 tbsp olive oil - 19 ounces Italian sausage (sweet or spicy) - Salt and pepper - 2 tsp minced garlic - 2 tsp Italian seasoning - 2 tsp dried parsley flakes - 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes - 1 cup chicken broth - 6 oz fresh or frozen baby spinach, coarsely chopped - 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and coarsely chopped - Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions: 1. Cook Italian sausage in a large pan over medium-high heat. 2. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, parsley, and red pepper flakes to the pan and stir until fragrant. 3. Add olive oil, chicken broth, and sun-dried tomatoes to the pan. 4. Cook spinach until wilted. Combine sausage and spinach mixture with cooked orecchiette pasta.
By tailoring these recipes, we can create assorted sausage and pasta dishes that cater to various taste buds and dietary preferences!
