Sausage Ragu with Pappardelle Pasta

Discover how to make a hearty Sausage Ragu with Pappardelle Pasta. This recipe offers rich flavors, simple steps, and the perfect combination of Italian sausage and fresh herbs tossed with wide, flat pasta.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Italian Pasta Dish, Pappardelle Pasta Recipe, Sausage Ragu Recipe

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 50

Servings: people

Calories: 831kcal

Ingredients

1 lb Italian sausage casing removed
1 medium onion chopped
3 cloves garlic minced
1 carrot finely diced
1 celery stalk finely diced
28 oz can crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup red wine
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Salt and black pepper to taste
12 oz pappardelle pasta
Fresh basil for garnish
Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

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Instructions

Prepare the Ragu: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and crumbly, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
Return the sausage to the skillet, add crushed tomatoes, red wine, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cook the Pasta: While the ragu simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pappardelle according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving a cup of pasta water.
Combine and Serve: Toss the cooked pasta with the sausage ragu, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese.

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