SWEET SAUSAGE MEDITERRANEAN PENNE PASTA

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This recipie was inspired by #269690 with alterations to our family's taste. My husband and I made this for some friends while on vacation and it was a huge hit, even with all the children ranging from 8 to 18. I hope everyone enjoys it as much as we do. This is a very popular request for meals at our house.

Provided by ARathkamp

Categories     Penne

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 links sweet Italian sausage (we like Johnsonville)
1 (8 ounce) box penne rigate
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes with basil oregano and garlic (diced, Del Monte makes these)
1 (6 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts
1 (2 ounce) can black olives, sliced (or can use fresh)
1/2 cup butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch fresh asparagus
2 teaspoons dried oregano (or to taste or can use fresh)
2 teaspoons dried sweet basil leaves (or to taste or can use fresh)
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, fresh shaved

Steps:

  • Cook pasta per directions on package.
  • Cut asparagus into 1 inch pieces.
  • Slice sausage links. In large skillet (we use a wok), sauté sausage and asparagus until almost fully cooked (about 7 - 10 minutes). Remove from skillet / wok and set aside.
  • In same skillet / wok, bring butter, garlic, tomatoes (with juices), black olives (drained) and artichokes (including marinade), to a boil.
  • Lower heat. Add back sausage and asparagus, basil, and oregano then simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Place pasta in serving bowl and pour skillet / wok mixture over pasta.
  • Sprinkle with fresh shaved parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680.5, Fat 38.1, SaturatedFat 20.6, Cholesterol 103.5, Sodium 1127.4, Carbohydrate 54.7, Fiber 7.4, Sugar 3, Protein 32.1

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