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Sausage and Pea Pasta Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course, Pasta
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American Diet:

Description

This Sausage and Pea Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that’s packed with flavor. It features a simple, creamy tomato sauce with Italian sausage and sweet peas, tossed with orecchiette pasta and finished with Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound dry orecchiette pasta (or short pasta of your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small sweet onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound sweet Italian sausage links, casings removed
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup frozen sweet baby peas, thawed
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving

Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta to al dente texture, according to package instructions.
  2. Brown Sausage and Sauté Vegetables: In the meantime, heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sausage; sauté, breaking up the sausage into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains and the onions are softened, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Drain off fat. Season with the oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, and a couple of grinds of salt and pepper.
  3. Simmer Sauce: Add the tomatoes (with their liquid) and chicken broth. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and let cook for 5 minutes or so to thicken a bit.
  4. Add Peas and Cream: Toss in the peas along with the cream; mix and warm through.
  5. Combine and Serve: Drain the pasta and return to the pot, stirring to combine with the sausage mixture. Ladle into shallow bowls and serve right away with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Notes

  • Pasta: You can use any type of short pasta you like for this recipe, such as penne, rotini, or farfalle.
  • Sausage: You can use spicy Italian sausage if you prefer a spicier dish.
  • Peas: You can use fresh or frozen peas for this recipe.
  • Make Ahead: You can make the sauce ahead of time and reheat it when you’re ready to serve.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Serving
  • Calories: 400kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/sausage-and-pea-pasta-recipe/