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This hearty one-pot pasta meal is filled with whole wheat bowtie pasta, sweet Italian turkey sausage and creamy ricotta cheese.

Pasta night is a common occurrence in most homes and for good reason – it’s quick-cooking, affordable and super versatile. While my boys are pretty good eaters, they are definitely are the most picky at dinnertime than other meals of the day.

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One dinner I know will always be a hit is a dish with plenty of pasta, meat and bright green veggies like peas. Throw in two types of cheese to the mix? I know it’ll be a guaranteed home run.

This comforting one-pot pasta meal is made with whole wheat bowties, sweet Italian turkey sausage, creamy part-skim ricotta and sharp parmesan cheese.

When the ricotta is tossed with the parmesan cheese and warm pasta, it turns into a rich and creamy cheese sauce that is much lighter than traditional pasta sauces. Leftovers taste even better the next day so be sure to double the batch for a quick re-heatable lunch or dinner later in the week.

What is your favorite affordable, go-to dinner recipe? I’d love to hear from you. 

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Whole Wheat Pasta with Sausage, Peas and Ricotta

This hearty one-pot pasta meal is filled with whole wheat bowtie pasta, sweet Italian turkey sausage and creamy ricotta cheese.
4.75 from 4 votes
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Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: pasta dish
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 571kcal
Author: Liz DellaCroce

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces whole wheat bowties or pasta of choice
  • 4 sweet Italian turkey sausage links casings removed
  • 2 cloves garlic grated
  • 1 cup green peas fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese plus extra for garnish
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup minced parsley or basil optional garnish
  • chili flakes - optional garnish
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare pasta according to package instructions reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid.
  • Pre-heat a large deep skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray. Cook sausage until a golden brown crust forms and meat is fully cooked through, about 7-9 minutes.
  • Add garlic and green peas to the pan and heat until warmed through, about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in reserved cooking liquid from pasta, parmesan cheese and olive oil. Add cooked pasta to the pot and toss well. Heat until warmed through, another 4-5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in fresh minced parsley. Check for seasoning and adjust accordingly.
  • Pour pasta into a large serving bowl or between four large pasta bowls. Dollop each with 1/4 cup ricotta cheese and garnish with chili flakes and extra parmesan cheese to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Whole Wheat Pasta with Sausage, Peas and Ricotta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 571 Calories from Fat 288
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 32g 49%
Saturated Fat 11.6g 58%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.4g
Cholesterol 88mg 29%
Sodium 1413mg 59%
Total Carbohydrates 45.8g 15%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g 33%
Sugars 5.9g
Protein 32g 64%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Photography by Alejandro Photography // Recipe by The Lemon Bowl

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For other great recipes, take a look at these other great pasta ideas:

The Mediterranean Dish: Easy Baked Ziti with Italian Sausage and Fresh Mozzarella
Healthy Eats: 10 Pasta Dishes You Need in Your Life This Winter
Taste with the Eyes: Red Lentil Spaghetti (gluten-free) with Cauliflower Rosa Sauce (vegan)
The Mom 100: Greek Chicken Pasta Salad
Big Girls Small Kitchen: The Best Broccoli Linguine
Creative Culinary: Roasted Vegetable Pasta with Goat Cheese
FN Dish: Baked Pastas > Every Other Pasta

 

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  3. I have a couple. One is a pasta/tarragon/lemon/broccoli/chicken combo and another is white beans, chicken sausage, and sweet potatoes. Have you ever made your own ricotta?

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