Homestyle Pasta with Peas and Italian Sausage Delight
45
min
576
Calories
12g
Fats
68g
Carbs
19g
Protein
This homely recipe for Pasta with Peas and Italian Sausage combines the hearty flavors of Italy with the simplicity of weeknight cooking. In about 45 minutes, you can indulge in a dish that brings together the savory taste of Italian sausage, the sweetness of peas, and the robustness of tomatoes, all wrapped in perfectly cooked pasta.
Ingredients:
Step 1: Cooking the Pasta
Begin this cozy meal by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions, ensuring it's al dente for the best texture. While the pasta bubbles away, grab a large skillet and warm it over medium heat. Once heated, add your olive oil, followed by the Italian sausages. Break the sausages apart as they cook, letting them brown evenly. This is where the dish starts to get its depth of flavor, as the sausages release their spices into the oil, forming the base of what's to come.
Pro Tip: Ensure water is salted for cooking pasta to enhance its flavor.
Step 2: Adding Vegetables
As the sausage cooks, introduce the frozen peas and the canned tomatoes into the skillet. The peas will begin to thaw, releasing their sweet flavor, while the tomatoes break down, mingling with the sausage, creating a rich, hearty sauce. Season the mix with a bit of salt and pepper, but remember, the sausages are already packed with flavor, so go easy on the salt. Let everything simmer together on medium heat for about 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to marry harmoniously.
Pro Tip: If using fresh peas, add them a bit later as they cook faster than frozen.
Step 3: Bringing It All Together
Once the pasta is drained, return it to the warm pan. Add a touch of butter for a glossy, rich finish, then pour in the sausage, pea, and tomato mixture. Toss everything together well, ensuring each strand of pasta is coated with the sauce and the veggies and sausage are evenly distributed. The heat from the pasta will melt the butter, creating a luxurious sauce that clings to every piece.
Pro Tip: Adding butter at the end gives the pasta a wonderful, silky texture.
