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Sausage Ragout with Linguine

This hearty sausage ragout with linguine is a wonderful way to bring bold, Mediterranean flavours to your kitchen. By combining sweet and spicy sausages with fresh plum tomatoes and vibrant peppers, you create a rich, textured sauce that feels truly indulgent. The addition of dry red wine and plenty of flat-leaf parsley adds a sophisticated depth of flavour that perfectly coats every strand of pasta.

As a high-protein dinner option, this dish is as nourishing as it is comforting, making it an excellent choice for a midweek family meal or a casual weekend gathering. The ragout can be prepared in advance to allow the flavours to develop even further, providing a healthy and homemade alternative to shop-bought pasta sauces. Serve it in large bowls with a final scattering of fresh herbs for a simple yet satisfying finish.

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Ingredients for Sausage Ragout with Linguine

  • 450g each sweet and hot Italian sausage, pork or turkey

  • 60ml olive oil

  • 1 large onion, diced

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 2 red peppers, diced

  • 1 green pepper, diced

  • 6 ripe Italian plum tomatoes, cut into 8 pieces each

  • 240ml prepared marinara sauce

  • 120ml dry red wine

  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh flatleaf parsley, plus 2 tablespoons for garnish

  • 450g linguine, cooked

How to make Sausage Ragout with Linguine

  1. Cut sausages into 1/2-inch slices. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the sausage in batches until browned. Transfer to a large, heavy pot.

  2. Add the onion and garlic to the sausage; cook, stirring, for 5 minutes over low heat.

  3. Raise the heat to medium and add the peppers. Cook, stirring, for 7 minutes.

  4. Stir in the tomatoes, marinara sauce, wine, and chopped parsley; season with salt and pepper. Simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes. Serve over pasta; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons parsley.

Disclaimer

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 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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