Description
This comforting One-Pot Sausage Pasta recipe combines flavorful Italian sausage, aromatic vegetables, and hearty pasta in a rich tomato sauce, all cooked together in a single pot for an easy, satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed and cut into ½-inch pieces
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Tomatoes & Sauces
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
Pasta & Broth
- 12 ounces pasta (penne, fusilli, or similar), uncooked
- 4 cups vegetable broth
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Brown Sausage: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the Italian sausage pieces until fully cooked and browned, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and break up sausage into smaller pieces.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the sausage. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is softened and translucent, approximately 3-5 minutes.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the undrained diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, uncooked pasta, vegetable broth, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking. Cook until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve hot. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if desired for extra flavor.
Notes
- Using a sturdy pot or Dutch oven helps maintain even heat while simmering.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
- You can substitute vegetable broth with chicken broth for added flavor.
- For a spicier kick, use spicy Italian sausage or add crushed red pepper flakes.
- This recipe is easily doubled for larger families or meal prep.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop with a splash of broth to loosen the sauce.
