Italian Sausage with Bow Tie Pasta

Here’s a delicious Italian Sausage with Bow Tie Pasta recipe that’s easy to make and full of rich, savory flavor.

🍝 Italian Sausage with Bow Tie Pasta

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

🛒 Ingredients:

• 12 oz bow tie pasta (farfalle)

• 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casing removed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (undrained)

• 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

🔪 Instructions:

1. Cook the Pasta:

   • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

   • Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente.

   • Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the Sausage:

   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

   • Add sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 6–8 minutes).

   • Remove sausage and set aside, leaving a little fat in the skillet.

3. Sauté Veggies:

   • In the same skillet, add diced onion. Sauté 3–4 minutes until softened.

   • Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.

4. Make the Sauce:

   • Add the diced tomatoes with their juice, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 5 minutes.

   • Stir in the cream and Parmesan cheese. Let it simmer another 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.

5. Combine Everything:

   • Return the cooked sausage to the skillet.

   • Add the cooked bow tie pasta and toss everything together until well coated.

   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Serve:

   • Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and more Parmesan if desired.

📝 Tips:

• Want extra veggies? Add spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms during the sauté step.

• For a lighter version, use turkey sausage and half-and-half instead of heavy cream.