Sausage and Roasted Tomatoes on Pasta

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Sausage and Roasted Tomatoes on Pasta recipe. Bursting with flavors, it combines sweet, caramelized cherry tomatoes roasted to perfection, savory crumbled Italian sausage, and fragrant garlic for a truly indulgent pasta dish. Tossed with al dente penne or spaghetti and finished with fresh basil, a touch of Parmesan cheese, and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of heat, this comforting meal balances simplicity with gourmet appeal. Ready in just 40 minutes and ideal for busy evenings, this recipe is a quick, crowd-pleasing solution for when you crave a restaurant-quality pasta dish at home. Perfect for fans of hearty, Italian-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 3 cloves garlic
• 12 ounces pasta (such as penne or spaghetti)
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Place the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Roast the cherry tomatoes in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they are blistered and slightly caramelized.

Step 4

While the tomatoes are roasting, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.

Step 5

Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Remove the sausage from its casing (if applicable) and crumble into the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through.

Step 7

Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 8

Once the tomatoes are done roasting, add them to the skillet with the sausage, including any juices from the baking sheet. Stir to combine.

Step 9

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together over low heat. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.

Step 10

Stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese and the fresh basil leaves.

Step 11

Serve the pasta hot, garnished with the remaining Parmesan cheese and a sprinkling of red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1191.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2177.2

Total Fat 154.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 306.8mg	0%
Sodium 4979.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 10.6g
Protein 100.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 648.3mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 1915.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.8%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 19.1%