Spaghettini with Spicy Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Spaghettini with Spicy Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 carrot, grated; 1 red bell pepper, seeded, chopped; 1/2 onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes with added puree; 1 14 1/2-ounce can Italian-style stewed tomatoes; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1 1/4 teaspoons (or more) dried crushed red pepper; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1/2 pound hot Italian sausage, casings removed; 4 ounces mushrooms, sliced; 2 zucchini, chopped; Generous pinch of sugar; Dash of balsamic vinegar; 1 1/2 pounds spaghettini or other pasta; Chopped fresh parsley; Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 carrot, grated
1 red bell pepper, seeded, chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes with added puree
1 14 1/2-ounce can Italian-style stewed tomatoes
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 1/4 teaspoons (or more) dried crushed red pepper
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 pound hot Italian sausage, casings removed
4 ounces mushrooms, sliced
2 zucchini, chopped
Generous pinch of sugar
Dash of balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 pounds spaghettini or other pasta
Chopped fresh parsley
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add carrot, bell pepper, onion and garlic and saut until tender, about 10 minutes.
3
Add crushed tomatoes with puree, stewed tomatoes with juices, wine, dried red pepper and oregano.
4
Bring to simmer.
5
Cook sausage in heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, breaking up with back of spoon, about 5 minutes.
6
Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to sauce.
7
Reserve dripping in skillet.
8
Cover sauce partially and simmer 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
9
Add mushrooms and zucchini to skillet with drippings; saut over medium-high heat until tender, about 5 minutes.
10
Stir into sauce.
11
Simmer uncovered until sauce is thick, about 20 minutes.
12
Add sugar and vinegar.
13
Season with salt, pepper and more dried red pepper, if desired.
14
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
15
Cover; chill.
16
Bring to simmer before using.)
17
Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
18
Drain.
19
Transfer pasta to large bowl.
20
Toss pasta with enough sauce to coat.
21
Sprinkle with parsley.
22
Serve, passing Parmesan and remaining sauce separately.

900

kcal

Calories

Fat

170

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 carrot, grated, 1 red bell pepper, seeded, chopped, 1/2 onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Spaghettini with Spicy Tomato 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!

Spaghettini with Spicy Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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