Tomato and Parmesan Pasta Recipe

Name: Tomato and Parmesan Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces, weight Whole Wheat Penne Pasta; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 8 ounces, weight Ground Sausage; 1 Medium Onion, Sliced Vertically; 4 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1- 1/4 pound Diced Italian Style Tomatoes; 6 Tablespoons Grated Parmesan Cheese, Divided; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; ⅛ teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/4 cups Fresh Torn Basil Leaves

Servings: persons

1
Cook the pasta according to package directions but omit any salt the package may call for.
2
Drain pasta and set aside.
3
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
4
Add oil to pan and coat.
5
Add sausage and onion to pan and cook for about 4 minutes, or until onions start to soften and sausage begins to cook.
6
Add garlic and cook an additional 2 minutes or until sausage is completely cooked through.
7
Stir in tomatoes and cook an additional 2 minutes.
8
Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper.
9
Sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan cheese and torn basil leaves.

394

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* 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, weight Whole Wheat Penne Pasta, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 8 ounces, weight Ground Sausage, 1 Medium Onion, Sliced Vertically, and more.

Yes, Tomato and Parmesan 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.

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Tomato and Parmesan Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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