Description
Linguine Delight with Sausage celebrates Italian comfort cuisine with rich, hearty flavors. Creamy sauce, perfectly cooked pasta, and spicy sausage create a perfect harmony that draws you into a memorable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) turkey italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Pasta and Liquid Base:
- 8 ounces (8 oz) dry whole wheat linguine
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 14 ounces (14 oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
Herbs, Spices, and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Warm a large stock pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, then meticulously brown 1-pound ground Italian sausage alongside finely chopped onions and minced garlic until the meat develops a rich, golden color and releases its aromatic flavors.
- Pour of low-sodium chicken broth and of fire-roasted diced tomatoes into the pot, then sprinkle in dried thyme, dried rosemary, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create a robust, fragrant base.
- Carefully snap of linguine noodles in half to ensure they fit comfortably in the pot, then gently submerge them into the liquid, pressing down to guarantee even cooking.
- Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a vigorous boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer, allowing the pasta to cook for approximately 10-12 minutes while occasionally stirring to prevent the noodles from sticking together.
- If a thicker consistency is desired, remove the pot’s lid during the final few minutes of cooking, allowing excess liquid to evaporate and concentrate the flavors.
- Once the pasta reaches perfect al dente texture and most liquid has been absorbed, delicately fold in of shredded mozzarella cheese, stirring until the cheese melts and creates a creamy, luxurious coating.
- Transfer the linguine to serving dishes immediately, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley and adjusting seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed, remembering that the dish will naturally thicken as it cools.
Notes
- Sausage Selection Matters: Choose high-quality Italian sausage for maximum flavor depth and rich, robust taste.
- Liquid Management: Breaking linguine ensures even cooking and helps noodles absorb the delicious broth completely.
- Stirring Technique: Occasional gentle stirring prevents pasta from sticking and promotes uniform cooking throughout the dish.
- Cheese Melting Tip: Add mozzarella off the heat to create smooth, creamy texture without potential cheese separation.
- Consistency Control: Simmer without lid to reduce liquid and achieve desired thickness, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Serving Recommendation: Enjoy immediately while warm for optimal taste and texture, as the dish naturally thickens when cooling.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing, Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg