Chianti & Tuscan Pasta

The strong flavors of Chianti wine and the hearty foods of Tuscany come together in this recipe. The savory Italian sausage goes well with the rich tomato sauce that has been mixed with Chianti, and the Tuscan pasta gives it a satisfying texture. It's a tasty and comforting dish that goes well with a glass of Chianti wine.

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle Chianti wine
• 300g Tuscan pasta such as pappardelle or tagliatelle
• 200g Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 400g canned crushed tomatoes
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it into smaller pieces with a spatula

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes

Pour in the Chianti wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and dried oregano

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Simmer the sauce for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly

While the sauce is simmering, cook the Tuscan pasta according to the package instructions until al dente

Drain and set aside

Once the sauce has thickened, add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in the sauce

Serve the Chianti & Tuscan pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves