Introduction

Craving something spicy, hearty, and delicious? This Spicy Italian Sausage Pasta is the perfect dish to satisfy your taste buds. This recipe combines the robust flavors of Italian sausage with the heat of chili flakes and the comfort of pasta. It’s a quick and easy meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. So, grab your apron, and let’s heat things up in the kitchen! Linking my favorite non-toxic pans here (they are also on sale!)

Ingredients

To whip up this flavorful dish, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 spicy Italian sausages
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1 can (14oz) fire roasted diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz rigatoni
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup pasta water
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnishing

Preparation

Before you start cooking, it’s crucial to prepare all the ingredients. Here are the steps:

  1. Remove sausage from casings
  2. Mince the garlic cloves.
  3. Open the can of diced tomatoes, ready to pour.
  4. Grate the Parmesan cheese.

Cooking

Now that we have our ingredients prepped, it’s time to bring this dish to life. Follow these steps:

  1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  3. Add the sliced Italian sausages and cook until browned.
  4. Add the minced garlic, tomato paste, basil chili flakes to the skillet. Sauté until fragrant.
  5. Add in white wine. Cook on med high for 4-5 mins to cook out alcohol
  6. Add heavy cream and continue simmering
  7. Pour in the can of diced tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Add in fresh grated parmesan and reserved pasta water
  9. Add cooked and drained pasta to sauce
  10. Serve with fresh basil and more parmesan for topping

Tips and Tricks

Here’s a little secret to take this dish to the next level: When you’re simmering the sauce, add a pinch of sugar. It balances out the acidity from the tomatoes and enhances the overall flavor of the dish. And don’t forget, always save some pasta water. The starchy water can help to loosen the sauce and make it cling better to the pasta.

Original Recipe

I first heard about this recipe from tiktok a few years ago. I later on found this recipe from JawnsICooked and it is perfect. I’ve made it many times.

Conclusion

And there you have it—a spicy, flavorful, and satisfying Spicy Italian Sausage Pasta. It’s an incredible mix of flavors that will surely impress your family and friends. So, why wait? Get into the kitchen and start cooking! Bon appétit!