Sunday, July 17, 2011

Pasta with Sausage, Peppers, and Marinara


Ingredients:
8 oz. thin spaghetti
1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
4 cloves garlic, minced
Basil, oregano, parsley, salt, and pepper
1 lb. ground mild Italian sausage
1 onion, sliced
1 red bell pepper, julienned
1 green bell pepper, julienned

Directions: Boil water and cook pasta according to package instructions; drain. In a pot combine crushed tomatoes and paste; mix until well incorporated. Add garlic and seasonings to taste. Cook until heated through. Meanwhile, heat up a small amount of olive oil over medium heat; add sausage and brown. Add onions and peppers; cook until soft and onions are caramelized. Toss together sausage mixture, sauce, and pasta. Top with parmesan cheese if desired!

To learn how to properly julienne ANY vegetable, watch this video! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YU1IBLypo0

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