One-Pot Beef Sausage Pasta: Easy Weeknight Meal (Print Version)
One-Pot Beef Sausage Pasta is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. Enjoy tender pasta, savory beef sausage, and rich tomato sauce all cooked in a single pot for minimal cleanup.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian
# Ingredients:
→ Sizzling Start
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1 tbsp Olive Oil
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1 lb Ground Beef Sausage
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1 medium Yellow Onion, diced
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3 cloves Garlic, minced
→ Hearty Foundation
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8 oz Short Pasta (such as penne or rotini)
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1 (28 oz) can Crushed Tomatoes
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2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
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2 tbsp Tomato Paste
→ Flavor Weavers
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1 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning
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1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
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1/4 tsp Granulated Sugar
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Velvety Finish & Freshness
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1/4 cup Heavy Cream
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1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese, plus more for serving
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1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped, for garnish
# Instructions:
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Heat 1 tbsp Olive Oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb Ground Beef Sausage. Cook, breaking up the sausage with a spoon, until it's fully browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if desired.
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Add 1 medium Yellow Onion, diced, to the pot with the browned sausage. Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in 3 cloves Garlic, minced, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Pour in 1 (28 oz) can Crushed Tomatoes and 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth. Stir in 2 tbsp Tomato Paste. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
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Add 1 1/2 tsp Italian Seasoning, 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional), and 1/4 tsp Granulated Sugar. Season generously with Salt and black pepper to taste. This creates the rich flavor for your Easy One-Pot Beef Sausage Pasta Recipe.
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Stir in 8 oz Short Pasta (such as penne or rotini), ensuring it is mostly submerged in the sauce. Cover the pot and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente, creating the hearty core of your Easy One-Pot Beef Sausage Pasta Recipe.
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Remove from heat. Stir in 1/4 cup Heavy Cream and 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese until creamy. Garnish your Easy One-Pot Beef Sausage Pasta Recipe with 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped, and extra Parmesan. Let it rest briefly before serving.
# Notes:
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For a different flavor, try using mild or hot Italian pork sausage instead of beef sausage.
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Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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Don't skip the granulated sugar; it helps balance the acidity of the crushed tomatoes for a perfectly rounded sauce.
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Serve this comforting pasta dish with a simple green salad and some crusty garlic bread for a complete meal.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large Pot or Dutch Oven
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Cutting Board
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Chef's Knife
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Measuring Cups
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Measuring Spoons
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Wooden Spoon or Spatula
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 800 kcal
Total Fat: 48 g
Total Carbohydrate: 54 g
Protein: 36 g