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Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup (120ml) red wine (optional)
- 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream (optional)
- 12 oz (340g) pasta (such as spaghetti or fettuccine)
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- If using red wine, pour it into the skillet and stir to deglaze the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
- While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
- If using heavy cream, stir it into the sauce just before serving. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve the spicy sausage Bolognese sauce over the cooked pasta. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil, if desired. Enjoy!
This recipe serves about 4 people. Feel free to adjust the spice level to your preference by adding more or less red pepper flakes. Enjoy your spicy sausage Bolognese!
