Macaroni Hot Italian Sausage

Spice up your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Macaroni Hot Italian Sausage recipe! This easy-to-make dish combines tender macaroni pasta with a robust, savory sauce featuring bold hot Italian sausage, sweet red bell peppers, and aromatic garlic. The rich tomato base, enhanced with dried oregano, basil, and just the right kick of red pepper flakes, clings perfectly to the pasta for every bite bursting with flavor. Topped with a sprinkle of freshly grated parmesan cheese and a dash of chopped parsley, this comforting yet vibrant meal is ready in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for busy families or anyone craving a satisfying Italian-inspired dinner. Perfect for pasta lovers looking for a spicy twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces macaroni pasta
• 1 pound hot Italian sausage
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook macaroni pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the hot Italian sausage, removed from the casings, and cook while breaking it into small pieces. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add chopped onion and diced red bell pepper. Sauté until they are softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 4

Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to combine. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Add the drained macaroni pasta to the sauce and toss until evenly coated.

Step 8

Serve warm, garnished with grated parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1942.8 grams (1942.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3478

Total Fat 155.40g	199%
Saturated Fat 53.20g	266%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 407mg	136%
Sodium 9033mg	393%
Total Carbohydrate 353.70g	129%
Dietary Fiber 31.10g	111%
Total Sugars 68.00g
Protein 171.50g	343%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 921mg	71%
Iron 19mg	104%
Potassium 4289mg	91%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.0%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 40.4%