Grilled Sausage and Pesto Pasta
Courtesy of National Pork Board 4 Servings • 5 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time • Italian bread| Ingredients |
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| 12 oz. Italian sausage links |
| 8 oz. farfalle or other small pasta shape, cooked and drained, kept warm |
| 1/2 c. basil pesto, purchased or homemade |
| 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and diced |
| 2 oz. grated Parmesan cheese |
| fresh basil, chopped |
Directions:
1. Prepare medium-hot fire in grill; grill sausage directly over fire, turning to cook and brown evenly, about 10-12 min, until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 160°F. Remove from fire and set aside.
2. In large shallow bowl, toss cooked farfalle pasta and pesto; toss to coat evenly.
3. Slice sausage into rounds and add along with diced red pepper and cheese. Garnish with chopped fresh basil.
* Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes visit: www.PorkBeInspired.com
Nutrition:
Calories: 720; Total Fat: 46g; Saturated Fat: 16g; Cholesterol: 90mg; Total Carbs: 46g; Protein: 30g; Sodium: 1080mg;Wine Pairings:
Chablis, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio-Pinot Bianco