Spaghetti with Sausage

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Spaghetti with Sausage recipe! Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a rich, flavorful tomato sauce infused with Italian sausage, garlic, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano and basil, this dish is both hearty and satisfying. A pinch of red pepper flakes provides a subtle kick, while freshly grated Parmesan and aromatic basil leaves add the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing pasta recipe is ideal for busy evenings or casual entertaining. Serve it with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a complete Italian-inspired meal. Perfect for lovers of classic comfort food, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams spaghetti
• 450 grams Italian sausage
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 400 grams canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Remove the sausage from its casing, crumble it into the skillet, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Toss the cooked spaghetti with the sauce, ensuring that each strand is well coated.

Step 10

Serve the spaghetti hot, garnishing with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1580.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2821.2

Total Fat 177.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 28.4g
Cholesterol 418mg	0%
Sodium 6028.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 133.7g	0%

Vitamin D 180IU	0%
Calcium 865.8mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 3113.2mg	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: 56.2%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 25.0%