Pasta con le Salsicce

Pasta con le Salsicce is a hearty and flavorful vegan dish featuring plant-based sausage paired with al dente pasta, all enveloped in a rich tomato sauce. This comforting meal captures the essence of traditional Italian cuisine while being completely plant-based.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or penne) - 150 grams
• Vegan Italian sausage - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons (optional)

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and red bell pepper, sautéing until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
4. Crumble the vegan Italian sausage into the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the dried oregano, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the fresh basil just before removing from heat.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
8. Serve hot, topped with nutritional yeast if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from the vegan sausage.
• High in fiber from the pasta and vegetables, supporting digestive health.

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