Quick sausage Bolognese

Health score
22%
Quick sausage Bolognese
20 min.
4
871kcal

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Looking for a quick, hearty, and flavorful meal that can be on the table in under 20 minutes? Look no further than our Quick Sausage Bolognese. This dish is a delightful blend of rich, savory sausage and mushroom flavors, complemented by the warmth of fennel seeds and the depth of tomato pasta sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe serves four and packs a punch of flavor without sacrificing on taste or texture. The protein-rich sausage and the comforting tomato sauce make it a satisfying meal, while the addition of mushrooms adds a subtle earthiness that enhances the overall experience. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is straightforward and sure to impress. Enjoy the simplicity and depth of this Quick Sausage Bolognese, and get ready to savor every bite!

Ingredients

  •  sausage 
  • tsp fennel seeds 
  • 250 mushrooms sliced
  • 150 ml red wine 
  • 660 pasta sauce (we used Loyd Grossman's tomato & chilli)
  • 300 penne pasta 
  • servings parmesan grated shaved

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat a large, wide frying pan, then crumble in the sausage meat and fennel seeds (theres no need to add any oil). Fry for a few mins until golden and the fat is released, stirring well to break up the meat.
  2. Add the mushrooms and fry for a few mins until beginning to soften. Stir in the wine now, if using, bubble for 1 min, then add the tomato sauce and heat through until bubbling.
  3. Meanwhile, boil the penne. When ready, drain and tip into the sauce.
  4. Mix well until completely coated, then divide between four plates, finishing with a little Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories871kcal
Protein20.78%
Fat46.46%
Carbs32.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.25
Glycemic Load
26.2
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
31.859565278758%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.07mg
Petunidin
0.75mg
Delphinidin
0.76mg
Malvidin
5.26mg
Peonidin
0.48mg
Catechin
2.72mg
Epigallocatechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
1.44mg
Hesperetin
0.24mg
Naringenin
0.67mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.16mg
Quercetin
0.4mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:870.86kcal
43.54%
Fat:43.49g
66.91%
Saturated Fat:16.45g
102.79%
Carbohydrates:69.02g
23.01%
Net Carbohydrates:63.32g
23.03%
Sugar:9.59g
10.66%
Cholesterol:112.2mg
37.4%
Sodium:2083.19mg
90.57%
Alcohol:4.03g
100%
Alcohol %:1.03%
100%
Protein:43.76g
87.52%
Selenium:61.03µg
87.18%
Phosphorus:631.56mg
63.16%
Vitamin B3:11.36mg
56.8%
Manganese:0.99mg
49.45%
Calcium:416.42mg
41.64%
Vitamin B2:0.67mg
39.54%
Vitamin B6:0.77mg
38.73%
Zinc:5.41mg
36.06%
Potassium:1256.63mg
35.9%
Copper:0.71mg
35.43%
Vitamin B1:0.52mg
34.93%
Vitamin B5:2.77mg
27.72%
Magnesium:107.66mg
26.92%
Iron:4.8mg
26.67%
Vitamin B12:1.47µg
24.48%
Fiber:5.7g
22.8%
Vitamin A:1045.81IU
20.92%
Vitamin E:2.77mg
18.49%
Vitamin C:13.86mg
16.8%
Vitamin D:1.93µg
12.88%
Folate:42.73µg
10.68%
Vitamin K:5.87µg
5.59%