Spicy Sausage Bolognese recipe

Here’s a delicious Spicy Sausage Bolognese recipe for you:

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/800g) 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)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 oz (340g) pasta of your choice (spaghetti or fettuccine works well)
• Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
• Fresh basil leaves, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the spicy Italian sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. If using red wine, pour it in now. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
4. While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce and toss to coat, adding a little pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
6. Serve the Spicy Sausage Bolognese hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil leaves if desired.

Enjoy your flavorful Spicy Sausage Bolognese!