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    Home » Recipes » Main Course

    Easy Spicy Spaghetti With Sausage

    Aug 14, 2016 | This post may contain affiliate links. If you purchase something I might make a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thanks for supporting my blog!

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    This Easy Spicy Spaghetti Recipe With Sausage is perfect for a Sunday night at home with your whole family. This meaty spaghetti sauce is flavored with shallots, garlic, and red chili peppers. Plus, the recipe calls for no added sugars in the sauce and lots of fiber from the whole wheat angel hair pasta to keep this meal diabetic-friendly. I recommend topping each serving with some grated parmesan cheese, and fresh basil for a comforting meal you'll want to make every week. Serve it with a simple green salad or a side of broccoli.

    A white pasta bowl filled with spaghetti noddles, tomato marinara, and topped with fresh basil and parmesan cheese. It sits on a marble back drop.

    The History Of This Great Recipe

    This particular recipe is very near and dear to my heart. Perhaps it’s because this is the same recipe I made for my husband, Jarod when we had our first official date. I had mentioned to him my love for cooking on more than one occasion but never had the opportunity to really showcase my skills.

    He asked me what my signature dish was, and I told him about my spicy spaghetti. Being part Italian, he was very excited to try my recipe so I decided to invite him over for a dinner date.

    I don’t always believe in “signs from the universe” but when he showed up at the door with the exact same bottle of wine I had also picked up for dinner, I knew we were meant to be. And here we are 10 years later and this is still one of his favorite meals. I know, cheesy like the parmesan on top of this spaghetti but let me tell you this man has my heart.

    So ladies (or gentlemen)….if you’re trying to win someone’s heart, invite them over for dinner, make them this spaghetti and pick up a bottle of Apothic Red Wine. You can thank me later!

    Cooked ground italian sauasage in a large non-stick pan. A serving spoon rest in the middle.

    What To Add To Spaghetti To Spice It Up

    Believe it or not, you don't need much to add spice to your homemade spaghetti. To start you can cook with a spicy Italian sausage which will add some extra flavor to your finished sauce. I also love the addition of freshly diced shallots, minced garlic, and red chili flakes. You could also add a dash of your favorite hot sauce to kick it up an extra notch. It all depends on your preferred spice level.

    How To Make The Spicy Spaghetti Sauce

    The sauce really makes this spaghetti a winner. It can be easier to use store-bought sauce when you're really in a rush, but I promise it doesn't take too much longer to make it yourself and the results will be worth it!

    You want to start by cooking the spicy Italian sausage first. This sets the tone for the rest of the ingredients because they all get cooked in the same pan. Once the sausage is finished cooking, you set it aside until the end. Cooking the shallots, herbs, and other seasonings together in a little bit of the sausage grease left behind before adding the tomatoes adds amazing flavor to this dish.

    This sauce is more on the chunky side once it's all said and done, but distributes nicely over all the noodles, giving you a little spice in every bite. If you prefer a more thin sauce, you can add a can of tomato sauce if you like. Just add it in with the rest of the tomato ingredients per the recipe directions below.

    Why Does My Spaghetti Sauce Taste Bland?

    If your spaghetti sauce is tasting bland, it's due to a lack of seasoning. If you make my recipe like it's listed below you shouldn't have any problems. However, if you still want more flavor you can add extra black pepper, oregano, garlic, basil, chili flakes, or even a dash of cayenne pepper for an extra kick. I also included a bay leaf in my sauce because I find that it adds another layer of flavor that can often be left out of homemade spaghetti sauce but works beautifully in this recipe.

    How To Store Leftover Spicy Spaghetti

    This Spicy Spaghetti makes for excellent leftovers! I always make extra so we can have some for lunch or dinner the next day. Even my toddler who shies away from most spicy foods loves this spaghetti so I definitely need to have extra for him. I recommend keeping it in an airtight container in the fridge for no more than 3 days. Reheat it in the microwave or for a few minutes in a pot on the stove for more even cooking.

    Tools Needed:

    Large Skillet or Large Saucepan

    Medium Pot

    Cutting Board

    Knife

    Kitchen Tongs

    Collander

    Easy Spicy Spaghetti Recipe With Sausage

    Natasha
    This Easy Spicy Spaghetti Recipe With Sausage is perfect for a Sunday night at home with your whole family.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 35 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine Italian, Italian - American
    Servings 4
    Calories 595 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 Spicy Italian Sausage Links (Chopped Into Chunks & Casings Removed)
    • 1 28 oz can of whole tomatoes, crushed with juice
    • 1 14.5 oz can of diced tomatoes
    • 1 Shallot (Diced)
    • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced)
    • 2 teaspoon Oregano
    • 2 tablespoon Fresh Basil (Chopped)
    • ½ teaspoon Dried Red Pepper Flakes
    • 1 Bay Leaf
    • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
    • 1 tablespoon Butter
    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • 1 teaspoon Pepper

    Noodles

    • 8 oz Whole Wheat Angel Hair Pasta
    • Salt To Taste

    Garnish

    • Grated Parmesan Cheese
    • Fresh Basil

    Instructions
     

    • Start by prepping the shallot, and garlic. You will want the shallots to be finely diced and the garlic to be minced. You can also use jarred garlic to save time if you prefer.
    • Then you will heat the Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until golden brown. Transfer the cooked sausage to a plate and drain it on paper towels. Save a small amount of the sausage grease in the pan (for extra flavor!) and then add the olive oil and butter.
    • Once the butter has melted sauté the garlic, oregano, shallots, and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant stirring continuously for about 2 minutes.
    • Next, add the sausage back into the pan. Cook for about 1 minute before adding the tomatoes, cilantro, salt, pepper, and basil. Increase the temperature to medium-high heat. This will bring the sauce to a slight boil. Then reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce simmer, covered, stirring occasionally for about 20-25 minutes.
    • While the sauce is simmering, you will want to make the pasta. I use angel hair pasta which cooks really quickly so it should be done at the same time as your sauce. Start by boiling water and seasoning it with a few pinches of kosher salt to your liking. Then add the pasta and cook it according to the package instructions.
    • When draining the cooked noodles be sure to reserve about ⅓ cup of pasta water to add to your sauce. This will help the sauce stick to your noodles better.
    • Once the sauce is done simmering and your noodles are cooked, add the noodles to the same pan as the sauce. Use kitchen tongs to combine.
    • Serve your pasta on a pasta plate with fresh basil and parmesan cheese. Enjoy immediately and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

    Notes

    Macronutrients For 1 Serving
    Protein: 27 grams
    Fiber: 9.25 grams
    Carbs: 55 grams
    Fat: 29 grams

    Nutrition

    Calories: 595kcal
    Keyword Pasta, Spaghetti, Spicy
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    1. Tyane

      October 04, 2016 at 11:41 am

      My husband loves spaghetti. I love all things spicy. I'm going to have to give this one a try, soon!
      Reply
      • Natasha

        October 04, 2016 at 11:50 am

        If you love spicy and spaghetti then you are in for a treat! This recipe is my pride and joy :) I hope you can try it out sometime!
        Reply
    2. Ritika

      October 04, 2016 at 11:51 am

      Loving the photographs! Totally craving some spaghetti now!
      Reply
      • Natasha

        October 04, 2016 at 12:34 pm

        Thank you! I could eat this spaghetti every week, it's my favorite!
        Reply
    3. Maria

      October 04, 2016 at 12:57 pm

      Yes, the photographs are absolutely gorgeous! Not to mention what's in them!
      Reply
      • Natasha

        October 04, 2016 at 3:16 pm

        Aw thank you so much Maria! ❤️ I've definitely been practicing my food photography lately!
        Reply
    4. Megan Marlowe

      October 05, 2016 at 10:02 am

      I love adding a touch of spice to my spaghetti sauce. It's nice to change things up a bit!
      Reply
      • Natasha

        October 05, 2016 at 3:44 pm

        Yes! I LOVE spicy food so I can't help myself when an opportunity presents itself to add some extra spice.
        Reply
    5. Michelle

      October 04, 2017 at 10:59 am

      Ahhh, what a beautiful story! Amore! I can see why this recipe for spicy spaghetti is a favorite. It sounds absolutely delicious and easy to make too. Thank you for sharing.
      Reply
      • Natasha

        October 07, 2017 at 9:47 am

        Thank you :) It's still one of his favorite meals and one of my favorites to make.
        Reply
    6. Azlin Bloor

      October 08, 2017 at 1:47 am

      Definitely sounds like kismet - you, your boyfriend and your spicy spaghetti! I love this recipe, the sausages make all the difference, and I'd finish it all up real quick, and have seconds!
      Reply
      • Natasha

        October 08, 2017 at 10:20 am

        Thank you! Sometimes things just feel right and I know now we were definitely meant to find each other. And yes, seconds is always a must! I have a tendency to make enough pasta to last a few days so it's nice when you can go back for more! :)
        Reply
    7. Cynthia

      October 08, 2017 at 8:56 am

      We have spaghetti bolognese at least once a week, both myself and my husband love it! The pepper flakes are a great addition, will try it next time!
      Reply
      • Natasha

        October 08, 2017 at 10:23 am

        Yes, pasta is a must in our household every week! We can't get enough of it, plus it always makes wonderful leftovers. I hope you enjoy the added spice to your next pasta meal!
        Reply
    8. April

      October 08, 2017 at 5:03 pm

      This is the kind of spaghetti my husband like but we don't eat pork so we use beef. He is always going behind me when I cook my spaghetti added more hot spices.
      Reply
    9. Catherine Brown

      October 08, 2017 at 7:42 pm

      Mmmmm, I love spicy spaghetti sauce. I'm going to have to try this with some whole grain spaghetti!
      Reply
    10. Sarah

      October 09, 2017 at 12:23 am

      Yum! I'd use turkey Italian sausage but otherwise, this sounds like perfection!
      Reply
      • Natasha

        October 11, 2017 at 7:06 pm

        Thank you! That would definitely make a great substitute for a lighter option!
        Reply
    11. Namrata

      October 09, 2017 at 9:30 pm

      Simple and delicious looking - this is how your recipe looks to me. I love spaghetti and will try this for sure !
      Reply
    12. Derek

      October 13, 2017 at 9:29 am

      This is how I do my sauce for myself. I love it spicy. I also like adding a bell pepper or two to give it a different flavor. It's definitely a great sauce!
      Reply

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