Italian Sausage & Penne Delight #Ragu

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 11

Italian Sausage & Penne Delight #Ragu - A Hearty and Flavorful Pasta Dish

by The Chefin Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

699

Sugar

10g

Fat

32g

Italian Sausage & Penne Delight #Ragu is a hearty and flavorful pasta dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or a family dinner. The dish features penne pasta tossed with a spicy tomato-based sauce, crumbled feta cheese, and arugula, with the addition of ground Italian sausage and sharp sliced pepperoni for added flavor. This dish is easy to make and sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

Instructions

1.	Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2.	Add the penne pasta and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until al dente.
3.	Drain the pasta and set aside.
4.	In a large skillet, cook the ground Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
5.	Add the sliced pepperoni and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly crispy.
6.	Add the jar of Rag� pasta sauce and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the skillet and stir to combine.
7.	Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes.
8.	Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and stir to combine.
9.	Serve the pasta hot, topped with crumbled feta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and arugula.

PROS

This pasta is hearty and flavorful, with a rich tomato-based sauce that is elevated by the addition of spicy Italian sausage and salty pepperoni.

The feta cheese and arugula add a fresh, tangy element to balance out the richness of the dish.

CONS

The pasta is high in calories and sodium, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It also contains a fair amount of saturated fat, which may not be suitable for those with certain dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its drawbacks, this pasta dish does have some health benefits to consider.
Tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer.
The arugula in this dish is also a good source of vitamin C, which supports immune function and helps the body absorb iron.

	1 lb penne pasta
	1 lb ground Italian sausage
	4 ounces sliced pepperoni
	4 ounces feta cheese
	8 ounces grated parmesan cheese
	4 cups arugula
	1 jar Rag� Pasta Sauce ( organic traditional pasta sauce )
	1/2 teaspoon salt