Best 6 Sweet Italian Sausage With Red Gravy And Pasta Recipes

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In the world of culinary creations, few dishes embody the essence of comfort and indulgence like sweet Italian sausage with red gravy and pasta. This classic combination, often referred to as "Sunday gravy" in Italian-American households, is a symphony of flavors that has captivated taste buds for generations. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of crafting this iconic dish, ensuring that every bite is a journey through Italian culinary heritage.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SWEET ITALIAN SAUSAGE WITH PENNE PASTA



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We are Italian and if you go through my recipes you'll find alot of wonderful, quick and easy pasta dishes. We love our pasta and we love garlic, too! Serve this with garlic Texas toast. I can't eat pasta much anymore because I'm diabetic but my husband and daughter love it so I keep making it for them. I usually eat salmon (I have one or two good ones for salmon, too- check them out).

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     Penne

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb penne pasta
1 lb broccoli floret (I use frozen)
8 ounces Italian sausage, cut in bite-size chunks (sweet & mild)
2 tablespoons garlic, minced (you can use less if you want)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup grated pecorino romano cheese

Steps:

  • Boil the water and cook the penne according to package directions. DO NOT ever add oil to the water! It will make your sauce slide off the pasta later.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil (medium-high heat) in a large skillet and saute the broccoli, sausage and garlic until tender and starting to brown, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Toss the butter, hot pasta, sausage mixture and romano cheese together and serve. Pass the grated cheese at the table.

SWEET ITALIAN SAUSAGE WITH RED GRAVY AND PASTA



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This is one of my husband's family's recipes. It's simple and doesn't require much prep time, especially if you use a food processor to cut the onion and celery. Seasoning amounts are approximate, though I don't recommend shorting the sugar. The gravy (I would call it sauce, but the family insists on "gravy" ) should be sweet and basil-heavy to complement the flavors of the sausages.

Provided by foxfyre

Categories     Spaghetti

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 (19 1/2 ounce) packages sweet Italian turkey sausage
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced onion
1 (46 ounce) can tomato juice
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (6 ounce) cans water
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with onion garlic and basil
1/2 cup sugar (may need as much as 1 cup to sweeten the gravy appropriately)
1 1/2 tablespoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1 (14 1/2 ounce) box thin whole wheat spaghetti

Steps:

  • Warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat while dicing onion and celery. Sauté vegetables until onions turn clear. Remove from heat.
  • In a large pot (6 qt or larger, I use an 8 qt stock pot) over medium-low heat, combine tomato juice, tomato paste, water, diced tomatoes, onion, celery, sugar, and seasonings.
  • Heat gravy to a boil (shouldn't need to raise heat above medium) and add sausages; boil for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Prepare pasta according to package directions and drain. Spoon a small amount of gravy over pasta (in its own pot) and stir gently to help prevent sticking.
  • Serving size is roughly a cup of pasta, one sausage, and about 3/4 cup gravy.

ONE-POT SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: farfalle pasta, olive oil, hot italian sausages, sweet italian sausages, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, white onion, garlic, diced tomato, oregano, salt, black ground pepper

Provided by Andrew Ilnyckyj

Categories     Dinner

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb farfalle pasta, or any short pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 hot italian sausages
3 sweet italian sausages
1 red bell pepper, large, diced
1 green bell pepper, large, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, large, diced
½ white onion, sliced
2 cloves garlic, sliced
28 oz diced tomato
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black ground pepper

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil, add a generous amount of salt, and cook pasta 2 minutes less than the package instructions.
  • Strain pasta and set aside. Toss with a small amount of oil to prevent sticking
  • In the same pot, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil and fry sausages, working in batches as needed, until deeply browned on all sides.
  • Remove sausages, slice in ¾-inch (2 cm) rings, and set aside.
  • Sauté all of the bell peppers, onion, and garlic for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the canned tomatoes, all of the spices, and the sausage slices to the pot.
  • Simmer about 10 minutes.
  • Add the pasta back to the pot and stir gently until all the ingredients are coated in the sauce. Continue simmering until pasta is al dente.
  • Serve with grated parmesan.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 901 calories, Carbohydrate 110 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 36 grams, Sugar 17 grams

ITALIAN SAUSAGE GRAVY AND BISCUITS



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Here's a simple sausage gravy with an Italian flair that's served over hot biscuits.

Provided by Classico

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Classico® Pasta Sauce

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package ground Italian sausage
½ cup onion, diced
1 (16 ounce) jar Classico Fresh Four Cheese Alfredo Sauce
3 fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated biscuit dough, baked according to package instructions

Steps:

  • Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink, following cooking instructions indicated on the packaging. Add diced onions and continue to cook until onion softens and turns transparent. Drain fat.
  • Stir in the Alfredo sauce, sage and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally; reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Serve over fresh biscuits and top with green onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Carbohydrate 44.4 g, Cholesterol 34 mg, Fat 26.9 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 1842.7 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

PASTA SAUCE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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A flavorful homemade recipe for those who are tired of sweet pasta sauces. Serve over your favorite pasta with a tossed green salad and crusty garlic bread.

Provided by CRAIG

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound Italian sausage links
½ pound lean ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can canned tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can canned tomato sauce
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Removed casing from sausage links and cut into 1/2 inch slices. In a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat for about 10 minutes; remove and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat ground beef, olive oil, garlic and onion over medium heat until meat is nicely browned; drain.
  • Pour in tomatoes and tomato sauce; mix in salt, ground black pepper, basil, oregano, bay leaf and cooked sausage. Simmer uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • 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.
  • Mix cooked sauce with hot pasta and remove bay leaf from sauce before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 58.1 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1517.8 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

CREAMY ITALIAN SAUSAGE PASTA



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My husband and I love any kind of pasta. This recipe is lovely and I prepare it often to satisfy hearty appetites.-Yvonne Shannon, Cobourg, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces uncooked spiral pasta
3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
4-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
3/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package direction. In a large skillet, cook sausage in oil and butter over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add red pepper and onion; cook and stir until vegetables are tender and sausage is no longer pink. add wine or broth; cook for 2 minutes. Add the cream, cheese, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; cook over low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally., Drain pasta. In a large bowl, combine sausage mixture and pasta. Before serving, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, ripe tomatoes and flavorful Italian sausage for the best results. Fresh herbs like basil and oregano add a burst of flavor to the dish.
  • Brown the sausage: Browning the sausage before adding it to the sauce helps to develop its flavor and give the dish a richer taste.
  • Simmer the sauce: Simmering the sauce for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer it, the better it will taste.
  • Use the right pasta: Choose a pasta that will hold up well to the thick sauce, such as penne, rigatoni, or spaghetti.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs: Before serving, garnish the dish with fresh basil or oregano for an extra pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

Sweet Italian sausage with red gravy and pasta is a classic Italian-American dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its rich, flavorful sauce, tender sausage, and al dente pasta, this dish is sure to be a hit at your next dinner party or family gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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