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Sausage Pasta Skillet Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful Sausage Pasta Skillet combining savory Italian sausages, aromatic spices, and fresh vegetables in a rich tomato sauce tossed with penne pasta. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 2 cups dry penne pasta

Meat & Vegetables

  • 5 Italian sausages
  • 1 small red onion, sliced
  • 4 large tomatoes, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green onion, finely sliced
  • Fresh basil, chopped (about 2 tbsp)

Spices & Oils

  • 1 tbsp + 1 tsp olive oil (divided)
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp crushed fennel seeds
  • 1/2 tsp crushed chili pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Liquids & Toppings

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • Parmesan cheese, grated (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Boil penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Brown Sausages: Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Italian sausages and cook for 5-8 minutes until browned, adding a splash of water if sausages begin to stick. Remove sausages and let cool on a chopping board.
  3. Sauté Onions & Spices: Remove any water from the skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil. Cook sliced red onion for about 2 minutes, then stir in Italian seasoning, crushed fennel seeds, and chili flakes to coat onions well.
  4. Add Garlic and Tomato Paste: Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, sautéing for 2 minutes to develop the flavors.
  5. Add Vegetables and Simmer: Mix in diced tomatoes and red bell pepper, cooking for 3-4 minutes. Pour in chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, then simmer for a few minutes to combine flavors.
  6. Slice Sausages and Finish Cooking: Slice cooled sausages into 1/2-inch pieces and return to skillet. Let simmer 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens and sausages are fully cooked.
  7. Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add cooked penne pasta into the skillet and mix well to coat with sauce. Heat for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Top with grated Parmesan, sliced green onion, and chopped fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • Use Italian or sweet sausages depending on desired spice level.
  • For a vegetarian version, substitute sausages with plant-based alternatives or mushrooms.
  • Adjust chili flakes to control the spiciness.
  • You can substitute penne with rigatoni or other pasta shapes.
  • Make sure not to overcook the pasta; al dente texture works best to hold the sauce.

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