Lamb Sausage Pasta

Health score
19%
Lamb Sausage Pasta
20 min.
4
926kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Lamb Sausage Pasta, a dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and satisfying textures. In just 20 minutes, you can create a meal that serves four, making it an ideal choice for a family lunch or a cozy dinner with friends. The star of this recipe is the fresh lamb sausage, which brings a savory depth to the dish, complemented by the vibrant notes of a high-quality tomato basil pasta sauce.

The combination of rigatoni pasta and the hearty sausage creates a comforting base, while the addition of shaved Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves elevates the dish to new heights. Each bite is a harmonious blend of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, making it not only delicious but also a well-rounded meal. With a caloric breakdown that includes 17% protein, 37% fat, and 45% carbohydrates, this pasta dish is both satisfying and nourishing.

Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to impress your guests, Lamb Sausage Pasta is sure to please. The ease of preparation, combined with the robust flavors, makes it a go-to recipe for any cooking enthusiast. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and get ready to enjoy a plateful of comfort that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • lb rigatoni 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • lb lamb loins fresh
  • 25.5 oz tomato basil sauce organic
  • 0.3 cup parmesan shaved
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat stockpot of salted water to boiling.
  2. Add pasta; cook as directed on package.
  3. In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  4. Add sausage; cook about 10 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and no longer pink (160°F).
  5. Remove sausage from skillet to plate.
  6. In same skillet, heat pasta sauce to a simmer, scraping bottom of skillet to lift brown pieces leftover from cooking sausage.
  7. Add 1/4 cup pasta water and the drained cooked pasta; toss. Cook 1 minute.
  8. Transfer to large serving platter. Top with sausage, cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories926kcal
Protein17.06%
Fat37.27%
Carbs45.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.75
Glycemic Load
34.1
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.484347796958%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:925.51kcal
46.28%
Fat:37.62g
57.88%
Saturated Fat:14.11g
88.19%
Carbohydrates:103.71g
34.57%
Net Carbohydrates:94.28g
34.28%
Sugar:16.09g
17.88%
Cholesterol:87.03mg
29.01%
Sodium:853.43mg
37.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.74g
77.48%
Selenium:94.4µg
134.85%
Manganese:1.08mg
53.99%
Vitamin B12:2.69µg
44.91%
Phosphorus:436.57mg
43.66%
Vitamin B3:8.72mg
43.58%
Fiber:9.44g
37.74%
Zinc:5.65mg
37.67%
Potassium:1093.13mg
31.23%
Iron:4.38mg
24.33%
Vitamin A:1212.31IU
24.25%
Copper:0.45mg
22.5%
Magnesium:87.62mg
21.91%
Vitamin B2:0.33mg
19.3%
Calcium:176.45mg
17.64%
Vitamin K:16.78µg
15.98%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
15.82%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.32%
Vitamin B5:1.26mg
12.57%
Vitamin C:8.94mg
10.84%
Folate:42.28µg
10.57%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.37%