Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 4 cups marinara sauce
  • 16 oz. uncooked pasta, sauce as penne, rigatoni or cavatappi
  • Mini mozzarella balls, for serving
  • Parmesan cheese, for serving
  • Fresh basil, for serving

Instruction

  • In a large pot set over medium-low heat, add the olive oil then add the sausage and cook it, breaking it apart into pieces, until it is no longer pink.
  • Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until it is golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. 
  • Add the marinara sauce, stirring to combine, then stir in 2 cups of water and the pasta. 
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce it to a simmer then cover the pot and continue cooking until the pasta is al dente, 12 to 15 minutes. 
  • Serve the pasta topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.