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Trofie pasta with sausage and pepper sauce

⏱ 20 min🍳 20 min👤 4 pp★★☆☆☆

Today I’d like to suggest a fresh pasta dish with sausage and pepper sauce, a rich combination of flavours which is universally loved and enjoyed. To make this recipe we used three peppers of different colours in order to get a dish that, in addition to being delicious, it is also nice-looking: colourful, cheerful and lively! In addition, this dish is a real meal in itself because it contains carbohydrates in the pasta, protein in the sausage meat, and large quantities of vitamin C in the peppers. Do try this recipe for trofie pasta with peppers and sausage meat sauce, and let me know what you think! If you fancy it, you can add extra flavour with a good sprinkling of parmesan cheese, or you could serve it with a sprinkling of parsley and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

Ingredients

Nutritional values 520 kcal / serving
Protein
18g
Carbohydrates
65g
Fat
18g
Fiber
3g

* approximate values per serving

Information
20 minutes Total time
20 minutes Active time
Serves 4 persons
★★☆☆☆ Medium difficulty

Preparation

Put the whole garlic clove in to brown gently with a trickle of olive oil. Remove the sausage meat from its casing and add it to the pan crumbled up. Let it brown. Add some white wine and reduce. Cut the peppers into small cubes and add to the pan. Continue cooking over a high flame, so that the peppers remain slightly crunchy (but not raw). Adjust the salt and pepper. Finely chop the parsley. Cook the trofie pasta in boiling salted water. Mix with the sauce and add the parsley and Parmesan. Mix well once again and serve hot.

Tips
In making this recipe, we give you two pieces of advice: the first is to remove the sausage from its casing before frying. Don’t chop it up in the pan with its skin, but remove it and crumble the sausage beforehand. The outcome will be much better! The second piece of advice is, if you have time, to roast the peppers and peel them before continuing with the recipe. The result will be better still!
Trivia
Did you know that trofie is a typical pasta shape from Liguria and, in particular, the town of Sori in the province of Genoa? Their name seems to derive from the Genoese dialect word "strufuggià", which means to rub, recalling the hand movement you make to roll the pasta dough for the trofie themselves. But this is not the only etymological explanation: it may also arise from the verb ‘torcere’, to twist, or even come from the Greek ‘trophe’ which means ‘nourishment’.

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Additional information

Trofie with sausage and baked peppers

A tasty variant of the classic trofie with sausage and peppers is the baked version. To prepare this dish, after browning the sausage and peppers in a pan, you can transfer everything to a baking dish. Add some grated grana cheese on top for a golden crust and then bake in the oven at 180°C for about 20 minutes. This version not only enhances the flavors but also creates a crunchy texture that makes every bite irresistible. Ideal for a family lunch or a dinner with friends, the baked trofie maintain their goodness and can be prepared in advance, making your culinary experience even simpler and more enjoyable.

Trofie with sausage and Ligurian peppers

The trofie with sausage and peppers can be prepared following the Ligurian tradition, using fresh and quality ingredients typical of the region. In this preparation, you can choose to add taggiasca olives and fresh cherry tomatoes, which enrich the dish with Mediterranean flavors. The cooking takes place in a pan, keeping the freshness of the peppers and the juiciness of the sausage alive. This way of preparing the trofie enhances the Ligurian culinary culture, making each dish a true journey through the flavors of the sea and land, perfect for those who wish to savor the local culinary tradition.

Light trofie with sausage and peppers

For those who are mindful of their figure, there is a light version of trofie with sausage and peppers. You can replace the sausage with ground chicken or tofu, thus maintaining the flavor while reducing the fat content. Additionally, you can limit the use of oil and opt for steaming the peppers, which preserves their taste without adding unnecessary calories. This preparation allows you to enjoy a dish rich in flavor and nutritious, without compromising your diet. Perfect for those who want to maintain a healthy diet without giving up the pleasure of good cooking.

Benefits of trofie with sausage and peppers: health and nutrition

Trofie with sausage and peppers are not only a tasty dish but also offer several health benefits. Peppers, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, support the immune system and promote skin health. The sausage, while being a protein-rich food, should be consumed in moderation. On average, a 100-gram serving of trofie with sausage and peppers contains about 350-400 calories, depending on the ingredients used. This dish is therefore an excellent source of energy, ideal for those who need a substantial and nutritious meal without sacrificing taste.

Can trofie with sausage and peppers be frozen?

Many wonder if it is possible to freeze trofie with sausage and peppers. The answer is yes, this dish can be frozen. It is advisable to do so after cooking: just let it cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container or food bags. In this way, they can be stored for up to 2-3 months. When you want to enjoy it, simply thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it in a pan or in the oven. This method not only preserves the flavor but is also a great solution for having a ready meal on hand.