Karen’s Creamy Tomato Pasta

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 16
Karen's Creamy Tomato Pasta: A comforting and creamy pasta dish perfect for a cozy night in
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Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package uncooked farfalle ( bow tie ) pasta
1/2 pound sweet Italian sausage
1 jar roasted red peppers , drained and chopped
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup vodka
1 can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
785
Sugar
10g
Fat
33g
Karen's Creamy Tomato Pasta is a comforting and creamy pasta dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. The sauce is made with sweet Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, and mushrooms, then simmered in vodka and crushed tomatoes. A splash of half-and-half is added at the end to give the sauce a creamy and rich texture. This pasta dish is easy to make, and the combination of savory and acidic flavors make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Cook pasta according to package instructions.
2.In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbled.
3.Add roasted red peppers and mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes.
4.Add vodka and cook until most of the liquid has evaporated.
5.Add the can of crushed tomatoes and crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer for 15 minutes.
6.Stir in half-and-half and cook for an additional 5-8 minutes.
7.Serve pasta and sauce in bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese.

PROS

This pasta is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a cozy night in.

It is relatively easy to make and can be ready in 40 minutes.

CONS

This pasta is not the healthiest meal option and is quite high in calories and fat.

It should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are high in lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and cancer.
Mushrooms are low in calories and high in fiber and antioxidants.

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