Sausage Pesto Pasta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
562 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian-American Fussion
Sausage Pesto Pasta
Description
This recipe cooks casarecce pasta until al dente and combines it with a sautéed mixture of crumbled Italian sausage, cremini mushrooms, onions, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper. The sausage provides savory, spiced meatiness, while the mushrooms and onions add depth and earthiness. Garlic, fresh tomatoes, and bell pepper introduce fresh, bright notes. A bit of chicken broth is added to bring the sauce together and prevent it from drying out.
Finished with pesto stirred in to infuse a fragrant, herbaceous flavor, the dish balances richness and freshness. Optional Parmesan and parsley garnishes contribute salty and fresh elements. The pasta shape holds the sauce and pieces well, offering texture in every bite.
This meal suits a satisfying main course that combines meat, vegetables, and pasta with a Mediterranean-inspired pesto. Portions can be adjusted based on appetite or number of servings. The recipe notes suggest adapting sausage quantity and provide nutritional information as a guideline.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces casarecce pasta uncooked, DeLallo brand
- 11 ounces Italian sausage crumbled (see note
- 1/2 medium onion chopped
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup tomato cut into halves, little (grape, cherry, etc
- 1/2 red bell pepper chopped fairly small
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup pesto sauce DeLallo Simply brand
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- Parmesan Cheese optional, for garnish, parmesan freshly grated, parsley chopped
- parsley optional, for garnish, parmesan freshly grated, parsley chopped
Instructions
- Boil a large, salted pot of water for the casarecce pasta. Cook it al dente (8 minutes).
- Meanwhile, prep your vegetables. You can do some prep while the sausages are cooking to save time, but feel free to prep everything prior to starting the sauce if that's easier for you.
- Take the sausage meat out of the casings and crumble it into a deep skillet. Cook it over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until it's browned (about 5-7 minutes). Transfer to a plate.
- Leave the sausage grease in the pan and then add the mushrooms and onions (if there is very little grease then add about a teaspoon of olive oil). Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their water and they get a nice sear and the onions brown (about 5-6 minutes).
- Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the tomatoes, peppers, chicken broth, and sausage to the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for around 5 minutes or until the tomatoes have started to lose their shape and the chicken broth has reduced a bit.
- Add in the pesto (stir the jar first), then take the pan off the heat and ensure it's stirred in well. Add a splash of pasta water to the sauce (a couple tablespoons) prior to draining it, and then toss the drained pasta with the sauce. Season with salt & pepper as needed. Serve immediately with parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Notes
- Using around 11 ounces of Italian sausage delivers a good balance with the pasta; sausage meat or links may be used.
- Adjust pasta quantity based on serving size; under one pound is recommended to keep sauce coverage adequate.
- Nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary based on ingredient brands and measurements.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 562 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 562kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 30g | 46% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 58mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 811mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 702mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1089IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 29mg | 32% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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