Simple comfort food is key some days. Try this easy, spicy pork sausage penne tossed in a simple bolognese-like sauce.
I love this Pork Sausage Penne Bolognese, as a matter of fact, I am adding this to our weekly dinner repertoire because:
1. It’s a bowl of carbs.
2. It is super quick to put together.
3. I can bulk up for the non veggie eater’s lunchbox. That’s the husband in case you were wondering.
4. It is bloody delicious, rather filling and comforting. Yes.
5. You can simply use any types of sausages for this recipe – a spicy sausage is best, as this basically ensures an immediate kick of flavor without having to worry too much about adding spices and such. 
I made a simple bolognese sauce with garlic, finely chopped onion and a tin of tomatoes and sneakily added some carrots and chopped spring onions in there too. Don’t forget the grated parmesan on the table when you are dishing up. Enjoy!
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Pork Sausage Penne
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
A simple, spicy twist on a classic pasta dish. Comfort food at its best!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 stalks spring onion
- 2 carrots
- 1 lbs (400 gr) pork sausages
- 1 can peeled and chopped tomatoes
- pinch chili flakes
- pinch ground oregano
- salted water
- 1 lbs (400 gr) penne pasta
- spring onion
- parmesan
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan and saute the onion, garlic, spring onion, and carrot.
- Remove the meat from the sausages and brown the pork meat with the sauteed ingredients.
- Add the tin of tomatoes and spices, then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente, drain, and combine the penne pasta with the pork bolognese.
- Serve with spring onion and parmesan.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use Italian sausage instead of regular pork sausage.
- To make this dish vegetarian, substitute the pork sausage with crumbled plant-based sausage.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 80
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of sausage for the Pork Sausage Penne?
Yes, you can use any type of sausage, but a spicy sausage is recommended for added flavor.
What can I add to the bolognese sauce for extra nutrition?
You can sneak in finely chopped carrots and spring onions, as mentioned in the recipe, for added nutrition and flavor.
How should I serve the Pork Sausage Penne?
Serve it with grated parmesan on the side so everyone can add as much as they like.
