Penne with Italian Sausage
Penne with Italian Sausage is the perfect way to transport yourself back to Italy. This pasta is stout enough to be served as a main course, but light enough for a nice summer lunch. The simplicity of flavors come together to make a pasta dish that will surely be enjoyed by friends and family. The best part is, it’s so simple to make, your guests will think you spent all day in front of the stove. Served with a good parmesan or pecorino cheese and a crusty slice of bread, you’ll be filled up and ready for another glass of wine. Cin cin!
Penne with Italian Sausage
This Penne with Italian Sausage recipe is easy to make and delicious. It’s a great summer lunch, or evening dinner.
- Prep Time10 min
- Cook Time5 hr
- Resting Time15 min
- Total Time5 hr 25 min
- Yield8
- Serving SizeServings
Ingredients
- 2 Can (28 oz.) Crushed Tomatoes
- 1/2 Med. Red Onion, finely chopped
- 3-4 Cloves Garlic, minced
- 2-3 Sprigs Fresh Basil
- 1 lb. Italian Sausage (mild or hot), cut into bite-sized rounds
- 1/4 Cup White Wine
- 1-2 Tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 16 oz. Penne Pasta
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Method
Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil over medium heat until onions are translucent.
Add sausage and sauté until sausage is no longer pink.
Add white wine, let simmer for a few minutes.
Add tomato sauce and stir well to combine.
Add fresh basil, salt, and pepper.
Let simmer for 4-5 hours, or in a medium slow cooker.
Cook penne al dente in salted water.
Separate sausage from sauce into a serving bowl. Remove and discard basil, if desired.
Add pasta to a serving bowl and toss with sauce. Serve sausage on top of pasta along with parmesan or pecorino cheese.
Serve with parmesan or pecorino cheese and a slice of crusty bread for an amazing meal!
