Description
Italian Sausage with Bow Tie Pasta is a delightful combination of savory Italian chicken sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and perfectly cooked bow tie pasta, all enveloped in a rich tomato sauce. This easy-to-make dish is bursting with flavor, making it ideal for family dinners or cozy nights in. Each comforting bite will have your taste buds dancing with joy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces Italian chicken sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 8 ounces bow tie pasta
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Sausages: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in garlic and bell peppers; cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Pour in Tomatoes: Add diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; mix well and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook Bow Tie Pasta: Prepare pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Combine Everything: Drain pasta and add to the skillet; toss gently to coat with sauce.
- Serve: Plate your dish or serve family-style from the skillet. Enjoy with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (350g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg