Spicy Whole Wheat Linguini with Sausage and Roasted Peppers
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Spicy Whole Wheat Linguini with Sausage and Roasted Peppers
Description
This recipe begins by browning hot Italian chicken sausage to develop flavor and texture, then sautéing onions, garlic, and roasted peppers in olive oil until golden. Crushed tomatoes and low-sodium chicken broth are added to create a flavorful sauce, which simmers to meld the ingredients. The cooked sausage is returned to the sauce, infusing it with spice and depth.
Meanwhile, whole wheat linguini is cooked according to package instructions and drained. It is then combined with the sauce and Pecorino Romano cheese, stirred gently over low heat to integrate the cheese and marry flavors. Fresh parsley adds a herbal accent at serving, along with extra cheese if desired. The whole wheat linguini offers nutty notes and a firmer bite compared to regular pasta, complementing the spicy sausage and roasted pepper sauce.
This dish works well as a main course that combines protein, vegetables, and whole grain pasta in one bowl. The blend of spicy sausage and sweet roasted peppers creates complexity without relying on heavy cream or excess oil.
Ingredients
- 14 oz chicken sausage hot Italian
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup onion chopped
- 12 oz roasted peppers diced, in water, jarred
- 3 cloves garlic (smashed)
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium
- 9 oz whole wheat linguini or DeLallo gluten free, DeLallo brand
- 2 tbsp Pecorino Romano cheese plus more for serving, grated
- 1 tbsp parsley fresh chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook the sausage until browned and cooked through, breaking it up as it cooks. Set aside.
- Add the oil, onions, roasted peppers, garlic and kosher salt and black pepper to the skillet and cook until golden, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Add the tomatoes and chicken broth and return the sausage to the skillet.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer on low 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile cook the pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package directions.
- Drain and toss with the sauce and Pecorino cheese, cooking and stirring about 2 minutes on low to marry the flavors.
- Finish with chopped parsley and serve with more cheese on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 5servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 3705 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 11/2 cups | |
| Calories | 370.5kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 21g | 7% |
| Protein | 47g | 94% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 67mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 850mg | 35% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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