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Easy Sausage Asparagus Pasta

A comforting and hearty pasta dish featuring savory sausage and fresh asparagus, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta (e.g., penne or fettuccine)
  • 1 lb halal sausage (Italian or your preferred type)
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Plus extra for serving
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes (optional) For added heat

Method
 

Cooking Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.
Sautéing Sausage
  1. In the same pot or a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the halal sausage, breaking it up into bite-sized pieces with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Adding Vegetables
  1. Toss in the asparagus and minced garlic. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes, until the asparagus is tender but still bright green.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Return the drained pasta to the pot with the sausage and asparagus. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen the mixture. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste. Sprinkle in some red pepper flakes if desired.
Serving
  1. Transfer the Easy Sausage Asparagus Pasta to plates, and garnish with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

For substitutions, use ground chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option, or swap asparagus for broccoli or green beans. Ensure pasta is cooked al dente, and always save some pasta water to help create a creamy consistency.