Easy Pappardelle Pasta Recipe
Pappardelle is a wide-shaped pasta that is often featured in Italian restaurants. It pairs well with rich sauces and gives dishes a beautiful presentation.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 lb. pappardelle pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 Italian sausages
- 1 red onion sliced
- 2 garlic cloves
- 4 bell peppers sliced
- 28 oz. canned tomatoes
- salt & pepper to taste
- optional basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet to medium-high heat.
- Add the olive oil and Italian sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sausage is browned on all sides. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, immediately add the red onions. Stir and sauté for 4-5 minutes until lightly caramelized.
- Add the garlic and mini bell peppers, and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes and simmer for 8-10 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the pappardelle and cook stirring gently until al dente, about 11-13 minutes.
- Drain the pasta and place in a large bowl.
- Slice the Italian sausage into bite-sized pieces and add to the tomato sauce. Toss together the sauce, sausages, and pappardelle until combined.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve with shaved parmesan cheese.