Spicy Chorizo Pasta
A zesty pasta dish that uses expired chorizo sausage. Ensure proper cooking of the sausage to maintain food safety.
10
Prep Time (min)
20
Cook Time (min)
30
Total Time (min)
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup expired chorizo sausage, sliced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Difficulty:Easy
Tags:
expired-food-recipefood-waste-reduction
Instructions
1
Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic. Cook until softened.
3
Add the sliced chorizo sausage and cook until browned and cooked through.
4
Add the diced tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
5
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it with the sauce.
6
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and stir until melted.
7
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.