Penne With Sausages, Rocket, Fennel and Garlic

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Penne With Sausages, Rocket, Fennel and Garlic recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

685

Sugar

Fat

44g

Penne With Sausages, Rocket, Fennel and Garlic is a hearty and comforting pasta dish that is perfect for a cold, winter night. The combination of sausage, rocket, fennel, and garlic come to life in this one-pot meal that is easy to put together. Sausages are sliced and combined with onions, fennel, and garlic to create a flavor profile that is both savory and delicious. The dish is then combined with penne pasta and fresh rocket, making it a complete meal that is perfect for dinner.

Instructions

1.	Cook sausages in a pan until browned, then remove from heat, slice and set aside.
2.	In the same pan, heat olive oil and add onion. Cook until soft, then add fennel seed and cook for another minute.
3.	Cook penne pasta in a separate pot according to package instructions.
4.	Add sliced sausages and creme fraiche to the onion mixture, stirring until well combined.
5.	Drain cooked pasta, reserve a cup of pasta cooking water, and add to the sausage mixture.
6.	Add rocket and toss to combine. If needed, add a little reserved pasta water to adjust consistency.
7.	Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.

PROS

This dish is satisfying and flavorful, perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

The combination of sausages, fennel, and garlic provide a bold, rich taste that will not disappoint.

CONS

The creme fraiche adds to this dish’s calorie content and fat content.

Sausages can also contain high amounts of sodium and saturated fat if not carefully selected.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fennel has been shown to help improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and lower blood pressure.
Garlic has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and improved immune system function.
Pasta can be a source of complex carbohydrates and energy when consumed in moderation.

	400 g sausages
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	1 medium onion , peeled and finely sliced
	1 teaspoon fennel seed
	400 g dry penne pasta
	200 ml creme fraiche
	100 g wild rocket
	salt & freshly ground black pepper