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Fresh Pasta with Favas, Tomatoes, and Sausage

This fresh pasta with fava beans and sausage is a bright, seasonal dish that celebrates classic Mediterranean flavours. The combination of succulent Italian sausage with the earthy sweetness of broad beans creates a rich, high-protein sauce, lightened by a splash of dry white wine and juicy plum tomatoes. It is a sophisticated yet simple meal that highlights the vibrant textures of fresh ingredients, making it ideal for a late spring dinner or a special weekend lunch.

Quick to prepare and deeply satisfying, this recipe is a reliable choice for those seeking a nutritious, homemade meal. The saltiness of the Pecorino Romano cheese perfectly balances the acidity of the tomatoes and the herbal notes of the sausage. Serve it in warmed bowls with a little extra cheese and a crisp green salad on the side for a complete, restaurant-quality experience at home.

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Ingredients for Fresh Pasta with Favas, Tomatoes, and Sausage

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 120ml finely chopped onion

  • 2 large garlic cloves, coarsely chopped

  • 1/8 teaspoons dried crushed red pepper

  • 230g Italian sausages, casings removed

  • 60ml dry white wine

  • 425ml chopped plum tomatoes

  • 240ml shelled fresh fava beans (from about 450g ), blanched 3 minutes then peeled, or double-peeled frozen, thawed

  • 350g fresh pasta sheets, cut as desired, or dried egg fettuccine

  • 2 tablespoons finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese plus additional for passing

How to make Fresh Pasta with Favas, Tomatoes, and Sausage

Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat. Add next 3 ingredients. Sauté until onion is translucent, about 6 minutes. Add sausages; break up with fork. Sauté until brown, about 3 minutes. Add wine; simmer 1 minute, scraping up browned bits. Add tomatoes and fava beans. Sauté until tomatoes soften, about 5 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper.

Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until tender but still firm to bite. Drain, reserving 120ml pasta cooking liquid. Return pasta to same pot.

Add sauce to pasta. Toss over medium heat until sauce coats pasta, adding reserved cooking liquid as needed if dry, about 2 minutes. Mix in 2 tablespoons cheese. Transfer pasta to bowl. Serve, passing additional cheese.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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