Bow Tie Picnic Pasta Recipe

Name: Bow Tie Picnic Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb farfalle pasta (Bow Tie); 6 links mild Italian sausage; 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces; ½ cup red onion, finely chopped; 1 cup sun-dried tomato, Julienne cut in oil drained; 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; ¼ cup water; ½ teaspoon tarragon; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 lb farfalle pasta (Bow Tie)
6 links mild Italian sausage
1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces
½ cup red onion, finely chopped
1 cup sun-dried tomato, Julienne cut in oil drained
1 cup mayonnaise
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
¼ cup water
½ teaspoon tarragon
salt and pepper

1
Grill sausages and set aside.
2
Once cool, slice into bite size rounds.
3
Prepare pasta according to package directions, drain, rinse to cool, drain thoroughly and set aside.
4
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and add the asparagus, cooking 6 - 8 minutes until almost tender.
5
Immediately plunge the cooked asparagus into cold water.
6
When cool, drain and set aside.
7
In a large bowl combine the pasta, asparagus, red onion and sun dried tomatoes and sausage.
8
In a separate bowl whisk together the mayonnaise, garlic, white wine vinegar, tarragon and water.
9
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10
Pour the garlic mayonnaise over the salad and toss.

949

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb farfalle pasta (Bow Tie), 6 links mild Italian sausage, 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3-inch pieces, ½ cup red onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Bow Tie Picnic Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bow Tie Picnic Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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