Speedy Weeknight Pasta with Sausage, Peas, Tomatoes and Herbs Recipe

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A quick and easy pasta dish which is satisfy a hungry family.

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Servings: 8
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Ingredients

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  • 4 good quality sweet Italian sausages (skinned and crumbled)
  • 1 onion
  • 2-4 cloves of garlic
  • A shake of red pepper flakes
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/2 glass of red wine
  • 1 LARGE jar of your favorite tomato sauce (or homemade is even better)
  • A generous handful of fresh herbs (parsley, oregano, basil are all good)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup of frozen peas
  • 1, 14.05 oz box of your favorite pasta.

Directions

  1. Put a large pan on to boil, cook pasta according to the package directions.
  2. In a large saute pan heat the olive oil.
  3. Take the sausage out of the skin, crumble into pieces and brown.
  4. As the sausage is browning add the onions, garlic, fresh herbs and red pepper flakes. Saute until the onions are really soft and turning golden.
  5. Add a 1/2 glass of red wine and let it bubble furiously.
  6. Add the tomato sauce, bring to the boil and turn down to a simmer.
  7. Add the cream and frozen peas, stir well to combine. Simmer until the peas are cooked through.
  8. Before serving, throw in another handful of chopped fresh herbs and check seasonings.
  9. By this time the pasta should be cooked and drained. Pour the pasta into the sauce and toss.
  10. Serve with a green salad.

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Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving %DV
Serving Size 46g
Recipe makes 8 servings
Calories 53  
Calories from Fat 25 47%
Total Fat 2.86g 4%
Saturated Fat 1.75g 7%
Trans Fat 0.0g  
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 22mg 1%
Potassium 65mg 2%
Total Carbs 4.21g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g 3%
Sugars 1.44g 1%
Protein 1.23g 2%
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