New Jersey Beef and Sausage Ragu Pasta Hearty New Jersey-Style Beef & Italian Sausage Ragu with Rigatoni Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1/2 lb sweet Italian sausage, casings removed 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1 (14 oz) can tomato sauce 2 tbsp tomato paste 1/2 tsp sugar 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried basil Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 12 oz rigatoni or ziti pasta Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Directions: In a large Dutch oven or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cook for 1 minute. Add ground beef and sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 8–10 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Add sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook rigatoni according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. Stir fresh parsley into the ragu. Add pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Use reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve topped with grated Parmesan and fresh basil. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 640 kcal | Servings: 4–6 servings #newjerseyragu #beefandsausagepasta #comfortfoodclassic #homemaderagu #italianamericanrecipe #rigatonirecipe #pastanight #sundaydinner #heartymeal #raguinspired #meatsauceperfection #familydinnerideas #pastaeats #italiandinner #saucygoodness #jerseykitchen #easyitalianmeals #meatloverpasta #redgravyrecipe #pastaloversdelight Nothing says cozy New Jersey dinner like this rich Beef & Sausage Ragu Pasta A meaty, bold red sauce hugging every bite of rigatoni—seriously comforting!

Missouri Cajun Sausage and Shrimp Pasta Spicy Missouri Cajun Sausage and Shrimp Pasta with Creamy Cajun Sauce Ingredients: 8 oz (225g) linguine or fettuccine pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 12 oz Cajun sausage, sliced 12 oz raw shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 cup heavy cream ½ cup chicken broth 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 1 teaspoon smoked paprika ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Grated Parmesan cheese for serving Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside with sausage. Add diced onion, garlic, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables soften, about 4 minutes. Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast spices. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and let sauce thicken slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Return sausage and shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss everything together until well combined and heated through. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 560 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #cajunpasta #shrimpandsausage #spicypasta #missouricuisine #creamycajun #seafoodrecipes #sausagepasta #comfortfood #southernflavors #onepotmeal #pastarecipes #spicyfood #seafoodpasta #quickdinner #weeknightmeals #flavorfuldishes #parmesancheese #herbsgarnish #heartymeals #easyrecipes Get a taste of Missouri with this spicy Cajun Sausage and Shrimp Pasta — creamy, flavorful, and perfect for any pasta lover craving a little heat!

Spicy Sausage Alfredo Creamy Spicy Italian Sausage Alfredo Pasta Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine pasta 1 lb spicy Italian sausage, casings removed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove excess fat if necessary. Add the butter and garlic to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss the cooked fettuccine into the sauce until well coated. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: Approximately 620 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #spicysausage #alfredosauce #italianpasta #creamyalfredo #spicyitalian #comfortfood #pastalovers #homemadepasta #italianrecipes #cheesyalfredo #pastadinner #spicyfood #sausagepasta #foodie #quickdinner #easymeals #italianfoodlover #parmesancheese #redpepperflakes #pastalove Craving creamy and spicy? This Spicy Sausage Alfredo hits all the right notes with rich cheese and a fiery kick! Perfect for a comforting dinner!

Alabama Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta Inspired by Alabama Comfort Food Ingredients: 12 oz penne pasta 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (12 oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Remove from pan and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 1 minute. Add chopped roasted red peppers and smoked paprika. Stir well and cook for 2–3 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Return the blended sauce to the skillet over low heat. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cooked sausage and drained pasta into the sauce. Toss until everything is well-coated and heated through. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 510 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #comfortfood #pastalovers #roastedredpepper #sausagepasta #southernrecipes #homemadepasta #creamyredpepperpasta #easyweeknightdinner #familymealideas #pastarecipe #alabamastyle #quickdinnerrecipes #cheesypasta #spicypasta #italiansausage #pastadinner #cozyeats #flavorfulrecipes #heartymeals #basilandparmesan Creamy, spicy, and loaded with flavor – this Alabama Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta is a dinner dream come true 🍝🔥🌿