Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 30 mins
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Fennel, tomato & Italian sausage spaghetti
Savour the rich flavours of fennel, tomato, and Italian sausage spaghetti. This hearty dish features al dente spaghetti tossed with a fragrant sauce made from sweet fennel, juicy tomatoes, and savoury Italian sausage. Garnished with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese, it offers a deliciously satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the comforting taste of this classic Italian-inspired pasta dish!
2 tbs olive oil
400g Italian pork sausages, casings removed
1 red onion, chopped
1 large bulb fennel, trimmed, quartered and thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
500ml tomato pasta sauce
400g dried spaghetti
1 tbs lemon juice
⅓ cup small black olives
½ cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
1 tbs finely grated lemon rind
STEP 1 Heat 1 tbs oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Drop small pieces of the sausage filling into the pan and cook, turning often, until evenly browned. Transfer to a plate.
STEP 2 Add remaining 1 tbs oil to pan and heat over medium heat. Add onion, fennel and garlic and cook, stirring often, for 5 minutes or until fennel is just tender. Add pasta sauce, ⅓ cup water and sausage pieces. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes.
STEP 3 Meanwhile, cook spaghetti in a large saucepan of boiling water, following packet directions, until al dente. Drain and return pasta to pan. Add fennel mixture, lemon juice, olives and three-quarters of the parsley. Toss over low heat until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with lemon rind and remaining parsley and serve.
Nutritional Facts
Fennel: High in dietary fiber, vitamin C, and potassium.
Italian pork sausages: Provide protein and flavor.
Tomato pasta sauce: Rich in vitamins A and C.
Olives: Source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
Tips and Tricks
- Fennel Tomato and Italian Sausage Spaghetti: Opt for ripe, flavorful tomatoes and quality Italian sausage for a comforting pasta dish. Substitute sausage with turkey sausage for a leaner option.
