Italian Tomato Sausage Ragu With Penne Recipe

Name: Italian Tomato Sausage Ragu With Penne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil; 12 ounces Italian sausages, casings removed (can use more); 1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic; 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (you can use more if you like spicy); 1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional or adjust to suit heat level); 2 -3 carrots, peeled and cut into about 1/2-inch cubes; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 celery, finely chopped; 3 cups whole canned tomatoes, finely chopped (I use one 28-ounce can of whole tomatoes, drained then chop the tomatoes); 1 cup chicken broth (more if needed); 1/3 cup dry red wine; 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil; salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste); 12 ounces penne pasta; 1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)

Servings: persons

1/4 cup olive oil
12 ounces Italian sausages, casings removed (can use more)
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (you can use more if you like spicy)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional or adjust to suit heat level)
2 -3 carrots, peeled and cut into about 1/2-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
1 celery, finely chopped
3 cups whole canned tomatoes, finely chopped (I use one 28-ounce can of whole tomatoes, drained then chop the tomatoes)
1 cup chicken broth (more if needed)
1/3 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
12 ounces penne pasta
1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)

1
In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat.
2
Add in the sausage meat, garlic, oregano and pepper flakes; saute until brown, breaking up the meat with a fork (about 7 minutes).
3
Add in finely chopped carrots, onion and celery; saute for about 10 minutes.
4
Mix in chopped tomatoes; reduce heat, cover and simmer about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Add in 1 cup broth and wine; simmer uncovered until liquid is slightly reduced (about 20 minutes).
6
Add in the fresh basil; cover and simmer until the veggies are very tender, stirring occasionally.
7
Continue to simmer for about 45-50 minutes, adding in more broth by about 1/4 cup if the liquid evaporates to quickly, and cook until the Ragu thickens to desired consistency.
8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9
Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until just firm-tender; drain but reserve about 1/2 cup cooking water.
10
Return the pasta to the pot; add in the Ragu; mix to combine.
11
Add in about 1/2 - 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese and 2-3 tablespoons olive oil; mix to combine.
12
If the mixture seems too dry then add in some of the reserved cooking water from the pasta.
13
Season with more salt and pepper.
14
Divide on plates and top with more cheese.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup olive oil, 12 ounces Italian sausages, casings removed (can use more), 1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic, 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (you can use more if you like spicy), and more.

Yes, Italian Tomato Sausage Ragu With Penne 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!

Italian Tomato Sausage Ragu With Penne

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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