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Shrimp and Sausage Pasta

A delicious dish combining succulent shrimp and savory sausage, perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

Pasta Ingredients

  • 8 ounces spaghetti or your favorite pasta

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined Fresh or frozen shrimp can be used.
  • 1 pound sausage, sliced Choose your preferred variety.

Cooking Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, sliced Any color.
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Optional, for heat.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions
 

Cooking Pasta

  • Begin by cooking your pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving a small amount of pasta water.

Sautéing Sausage and Vegetables

  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, stirring occasionally for about 5-7 minutes.
  • Once the sausage is cooked, add the diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Cooking Shrimp

  • Stir in the shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, approximately 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the drained diced tomatoes, chicken broth, red pepper flakes, oregano, and basil. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes so that the flavors meld.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Combining Ingredients

  • Finally, add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together, using a bit of reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  • Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley and topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

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Notes

For added flavor, consider serving with garlic bread or a simple green salad. Adjust spices and sausage variety according to personal preference.
Keyword Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, sausage pasta, Shrimp Pasta, Weeknight Meal