Pasta Shells With Spicy Sausage Red Sauce Recipe

Name: Pasta Shells With Spicy Sausage Red Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces sausage (or 2 hot Italian sausages, casings removed); 1 cup finely chopped onion; 1 plump garlic clove, peeled and finely minced; ½ teaspoon fennel seed; cayenne, a pinch (or to taste); 1 teaspoon sea salt; ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil; 4 cups tomato juice, preferably organic; 1 lb shell pasta (or rigatoni, spaghetti); 1 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese, plus more to pass at the table

Servings: persons

1
Combine the sausage, onions, garlic, and fennel seeds in a bowl with 1 1/2 cups cold water.
2
Break up the meat with your fingers or two forks, combining it with the other ingredients.
3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to several hours.
4
Transfer the sausage mixture to a large, heavy saucepan with a lid (an enamel coated cast-iron pot is ideal).
5
Stir in the cayenne and salt, and add in the olive oil.
6
Bring to a boil and cook, stirring often, over medium heat until all the water has cooked away and only the oil remains to moisten the ingredients.
7
Add the tomato juice, cover, and bring to a boil.
8
Decrease heat and gently simmer 30 minutes with the lid slightly ajar.
9
Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
10
Add a generous amount of salt and drop in the pasta.
11
Cook, stirring often, until al dente; drain the pasta and transfer to a heated serving bowl.
12
Ladle on enough sauce to generously coat the pasta with a little puddle on the bottom.
13
Sprinkle over the Parmigiano-Reggiano and toss.
14
The cheese will thicken the sauce.
15
If seems dry, add more sauce.
16
Serve immediately with extra sauce and cheese passed at the table.

771

kcal

Calories

Fat

107

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces sausage (or 2 hot Italian sausages, casings removed), 1 cup finely chopped onion, 1 plump garlic clove, peeled and finely minced, ½ teaspoon fennel seed, and more.

Yes, Pasta Shells With Spicy Sausage Red Sauce 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!

Pasta Shells With Spicy Sausage Red Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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