Description
This One-Pot Sausage Pasta is a hearty and flavorful dish combining savory Italian sausage, tender pasta, and a rich tomato-based sauce. Prepared in a single pot, this recipe is both convenient and satisfying, perfect for a family dinner or a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Vegetables
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Tomato and Pasta
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 12 ounces pasta (penne, fusilli, or similar), uncooked
Liquids and Seasonings
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Brown Sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat and add the Italian sausage pieces. Cook until browned, breaking them apart as needed for even cooking.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the browned sausage. Cook until the onions are softened and translucent, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, uncooked pasta, and vegetable broth. Sprinkle in the dried basil and oregano along with salt and pepper to taste. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom. Continue cooking until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened nicely.
- Serve: Once cooked, dish out the pasta and sausage mixture while hot. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use any short pasta like penne, fusilli, or rigatoni for best results.
- For a spicier kick, use spicy Italian sausage instead of mild.
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth for a richer flavor.
- Stir occasionally while simmering to prevent the pasta from sticking or burning.
- Parmesan cheese is optional but adds a nice savory finish to the dish.
