Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a rolling boil. Add your wide pappardelle noodles and cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving ½ cup of the cooking water. Set aside the noodles while you prepare the sauce.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the Italian turkey sausage, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through, then transfer it to a plate, letting the flavorful fats remain in the pan.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onions and bell peppers, stirring occasionally for about 5-6 minutes until they become tender. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the white grape juice (or dry white wine) to deglaze the skillet, scraping the browned bits off the bottom for extra flavor. Let this simmer for about 2-3 minutes until it reduces slightly. Stir in the low-sodium chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Return the browned sausage to the skillet and allow the sauce to simmer for 8-10 minutes. Afterward, toss in the cooked noodles and reserved pasta water as needed, stirring well to combine.
- Finally, stir in freshly chopped basil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve hot, garnished with additional basil and cheese.
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Great for meal prep; you can cook and store it ahead of time for quick meals.
