Penne With Spicy Sausage Ragu Recipe

Name: Penne With Spicy Sausage Ragu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 8 ounces Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled (spicy or sweet); 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste); 1 teaspoon fennel seed; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 (14 ounce) can chopped Italian plum tomatoes; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 2/3 cup heavy cream; 1 lb penne pasta; freshly grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
8 ounces Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled (spicy or sweet)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 (14 ounce) can chopped Italian plum tomatoes
salt
fresh ground black pepper
2/3 cup heavy cream
1 lb penne pasta
freshly grated parmesan cheese

1
Heat oil in a skillet; cook onion and garlic over med-high heat, stirring often, until soft and pale gold, 5 minutes.
2
Add in sausage; cook/stir to break up, until browned, 10 minutes.
3
Add in red pepper flakes, fennel, oregano, tomato paste, and chopped tomatoes.
4
Simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 20 minutes.
5
Add in cream; cook, stirring until heated through.
6
Add salt and pepper to taste.
7
Meanwhile, cook pasta in a big pot of boiling salted water, until al dente; drain.
8
Add pasta to hot sauce; toss well to coat; serve immediately with Parmesan on top.

750

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, 8 ounces Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled (spicy or sweet), and more.

Yes, Penne With Spicy Sausage Ragu 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!

Penne With Spicy Sausage Ragu

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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