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Bowl of One Pot Sausage Basil Pasta topped with grated Parmesan and fresh basil on a wooden table

One Pot Sausage Basil Pasta

This One Pot Sausage Basil Pasta is a quick, delicious meal that combines fresh flavors, cooking everything in one pot for a hassle-free dinner in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti
  • 1 package (13 to 14 ounces) smoked turkey sausage, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups grape tomatoes, halved
  • 2 cups fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 4-1/2 cups water
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Method
 

  1. In a Dutch oven, combine the spaghetti, sausage, grape tomatoes, basil, onion, garlic, and water.
  2. Bring it all to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and let it simmer, uncovered, for 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to keep the pasta from sticking.
  3. Once the pasta is al dente, stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. The cheese will melt into the sauce, making it rich and creamy.
  4. If you like a bit of heat, sprinkle in the crushed red pepper flakes. Serve with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.