Best 3 Pasta With Peas And Sausage Recipes

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Pasta with peas and sausage is a classic Italian dish that is both delicious and easy to make. It is a perfect meal for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of the savory sausage, sweet peas, and creamy sauce is sure to please everyone at the table. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that will be a hit with family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PASTA WITH PEAS AND SAUSAGE



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Delicious and creamy. Something different for pasta.

Provided by Elaina

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound rigatoni pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
12 ounces frozen green peas
1 ½ cups heavy cream
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a skillet heat oil and saute garlic over medium heat. Brown sausage in skillet. Once brown add frozen peas and simmer for 5 minutes. Slowly add heavy cream and butter to skillet; bring to a slight boil. Add more cream if necessary. Cook for 5 minutes. Toss with cooked pasta and top with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Cholesterol 99.8 mg, Fat 38.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 18.6 g, Sodium 599.3 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

PASTA WITH PEAS AND SAUSAGE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup minced onion
1 tablespoons olive oil
3 links sweet Italian sausage, removed from casing
2 cups tomato sauce
2 cans (15 1/2 ounces each) Le Sueu peas, including liquid
1 1/2 cups water
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
1 pound elbo or baby shells
Freshly grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan set over moderate heat, cook the onion in the oil, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Add the sausage and cook it until no longer pink. Drain, then add the tomato sauce, peas and liquid, water, salt, and pepper, and basil. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the macaroni until barely tender, drain, and add to the sauce. Simmer until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with the Parmesan.

PENNE WITH SAUSAGE, PEAS AND MASCARPONE



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A good pasta dish from the RSVP section of Bon Appetit, September 1995. If you cannot find mascarpone, mix 6 tablespoons cream cheese with 5 tablespoons whipping cream.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Penne

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 lb hot Italian sausage, casings removed
3/4 lb sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
1 cup onion, chopped
1 1/4 cups whipping cream
3/4 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 lb penne
2 cups frozen peas
2/3 cup mascarpone cheese
3/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Saute sausages in Dutch oven over high heat until brown, breaking into small pieces with back of spoon, about 12 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer sausage to bowl. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings.
  • Add onion and saute until light brown, about 6 minutes.
  • Add cream; boil 5 minutes. Add broth; boil until reduced to sauce consistency, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Return sausage to pot.
  • Cook penne in large pot of boiling salted water until pasta is just tender but still firm to bite.
  • Meanwhile, bring sauce to simmer over medium heat. Add peas and mascarpone and simmer until peas are tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Drain pasta. Add to sauce; toss to coat. Mix in Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 825, Fat 46.4, SaturatedFat 22.1, Cholesterol 138.9, Sodium 1007, Carbohydrate 72.4, Fiber 10.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 31.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for sweet, tender peas, flavorful Italian sausage, and a good quality dry white wine.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Cook the sausage thoroughly: Sausage should be cooked until it is no longer pink in the center. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
  • Use a good quality dry white wine: The wine will add flavor and depth to the dish. Choose a wine that you would enjoy drinking on its own.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: You can add other ingredients to this dish, such as chopped sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, or a handful of fresh herbs.

Conclusion:

Pasta with peas and sausage is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a restaurant-quality dish at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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