Sausage and Chorizo Pasta Bake
A rich and flavorful sausage and chorizo pasta bake that's easy to make and perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner. This dish is packed with smoky, spicy chorizo and hearty sausage, combined with pasta and a cheesy topping for a delicious family meal.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Large frying pan
- Baking dish
- Wooden spoon
- Cheese grater
Ingredients
- Pasta: 12.5 ounces rigatoni or fusilli
- Sausage: 12.5 ounces spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
- Chorizo: 7 ounces smoky Spanish chorizo, sliced
- Onion: 1 medium diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves minced
- Tomato sauce: 1 1/2 cups
- Heavy cream: 1/2 cup
- Red pepper flakes: 1/2 teaspoon
- Basil: 1 teaspoon dried
- Oregano: 1 teaspoon dried
- Mozzarella cheese: 1 cup shredded
- Parmesan cheese: 1/2 cup grated
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces.
- Add the sliced chorizo to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly crispy.
- Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened.
- Pour in the tomato sauce, heavy cream, red pepper flakes, basil, and oregano. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce mixture, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let the bake rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.