Description
Sausage Pesto Pasta with Caramelized Onions and Peas is a delightful, quick dish that brings together a medley of flavors in just 20 minutes. The savory notes from the sausage pair beautifully with the fresh, aromatic pesto and the sweet caramelized onions, making this pasta dish not only satisfying but also perfect for any occasion. Whether it’s a family dinner or a weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. With minimal cleanup thanks to its one-pan preparation, it’s an ideal choice for busy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta (or any short cut pasta)
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage (or turkey sausage)
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup pesto (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and sliced onions; cook until caramelized, about 6-8 minutes.
- Return the sausage to the skillet, add pesto, lemon juice, reserved pasta water, and Parmesan cheese; stir to combine.
- Toss in cooked pasta and green peas; mix well and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg