Sausage & tomato pasta
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Sent in by D.B
This is a quick and cheap dinner to make and goes down well with all the family - a great pasta dish full of flavour...
- Prep Time 5 mins
- Cook Time 20 mins
- Serves 2
- Difficulty Level Easy
Preparation
- Total Time 25 mins
- Preparation Time 5 mins
- Cooking Time 20 mins
- 2 sausages
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- garlic (2x cloves), crushed
- 400g chopped tomaotes
- 150g sweetcorn
- 200g pasta (any kind)
- Cut the sausages into chunks and fry in a little oil until golden all over
- Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook until soft
- Pour in the can of chopped tomatoes and simmer for about 10 minutes
- Tip the drained can of sweetcorn in for the last 2 minutes
- Meanwhile cook the pasta according to the packet instructions and drain
- Mix the pasta into the sausage and tomato sauce and serve
- Nice with garlic or crusty bread
You will need
Saucepan - A kitchen must-have item, you can use this for making sauces, or cooking grains and pasta. See more details here at Amazon.
Colander - This one features two easy-grip handles and is made from rustproof, stainless-steel. See more details here at Amazon.
A frying pan – this sturdy pan even has a heat indicator so you can see how hot it is – see more details here at Wilko.
Tips
Can be spiced up a little for the adults by adding 1-2 teaspoons of chilli powder at the same time as the tomatoes
Variations
This recipe works well with any meat you have at home, especially pork, chicken and beef. Or try a veggie version with Quorn pieces or tofu.
Mix it up by using different kind of sausage, such as Lincolnshire, Cumberland or pork & apple.
Add extra veg, such as mushrooms, peppers and auberigine, to boost your child's five-a-day.
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Reviews
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 ratingsRate this recipe
Sasha-rose F
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4
This was surprisingly filling. A basic recipe that is easy to prepare and cook (and quick) and although plain, is nice enough.
Polly L(45)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5
So simple, yet so tasty! I add a sprinkle of mixed herbs in the sauce for extra flavour.
Guest
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5
Kids and I love this. Very quick and easy - perfect for tea after work.
Guest
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5
Why is it kids love sausages?! At least with recipes like this you know they're getting a half decent meal. My babies love tagliatelle, spagetti and orzo pasta best so try to use it when i can.
Esther A(25)
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5
Simple and easy to make and very popular in this household! We sprinkle a little grated cheese on top too!
Guest
This was easy and tasty both me and my 2 year old son loved it nice and filling
Guest
this meal I cooked tonight it was lovely and filling my 2 year old loved it and my 10 year old who is really fussy eater
Guest
I have to say this is the best recipe I came across to help my daughter to start eating more foods that were of a lumpy texture. I have always had problems with getting her to eat, especially foods of a lumpier consistency! I made this quite a long time ago now and she took to this straight away! It is still her favorite meal now :) I sometimes use passata as well and add some mixed herbs.
Guest
I've just make this for my daughter of 11 months who has barely eaten anything over the last week as she's suddenly become fussy after being such a great eater. She gobbled it up!! I use BLW so she fed herself and loved it. After taking her portion out I then added curry powder and some hot sauce for my hubby and he also loved it - a great all round family recipe - thank you!
Guest
My son is 14 months old. He feeds himself finger foods but not dishes like this. Do you feed your child this type of dish personally?
Guest
This was lovely and very tasty, think Its a good idea to add half a carton of passata as a previous comment says.
Laura N(227)
Had this twice now, its very very tasty, quick, easy and so so cheap to make! Its a winner all round! And my DS loves it which is a MASSIVE BONUS! :D
Guest
I didn't use sweetcorn but I added half a carton of passata and a little fresh red chilli. This was a big hit in my house and even the fussy one loved it - having initally said I won't like that!
nicola p(273)
Just done this for tea tonight. Used one tin of tomato soup and a small tin of chopped tomatoes. Did not use sweetcorn, but did use peas. It is gorgeous and so easy!! A definite favorite in our house!
nicola p(273)
Going to try this tonight..Is one big can of tomato soup enough?
Guest
think ill make this 1 nite this week sounds yummy x
Guest
made this tonight, went down very well with my 3 yo and my 17 month old! Will use an extra half can of tomatoes or even some passata next time to get more sauce, but very nice, quick, cheap meal. Right up my street :)
Guest
LOVE THIS but i use tomato soup instead of tomatos.and i add cheese yummy
Guest
In the words of my 4 yr old - it's very yummy and my 18 month old scoffed the lot ! Great recipe thank you
Guest
Will make this tomorrow, I never thought to use sausages, my children won't eat mince for some reason!
Guest
Going to make this tonight for my 2 year old who loves pasta ! Hope she likes it
Guest
Making this tonight! :)
Guest
Made this tonight for my dd 6 and ds 3 and they both really enjoyed it! :)
Guest
This is a great recipe, I also add spinich and sweetcorn and serve with garlic bread :)
Guest
Making this now!
Terri W(22)
My oh andi thought it was really tasty but our dd who is 3 wasn't too keen. She's being picky with her food at the moment. Will trybher with it again at a later date.
Terri W(22)
Making this for supper tonight. Will let you know what I think later.
Guest
Might make this for lil man tonight
Guest
Quick easy and delicious enjoyed by whole family, I substituted sweetcorn for mushrooms, peppers! Very weight watcher friendly too....
Guest
easy and quick. was lovely with mushrooms and some peppers too fried with the onions
Guest
i think i make this for my little girl tomorrow
Guest
Really easy to make and a winner for all in our house :)
Guest
Really delicious and easy, To be really easy I used a matterson 's sausage only takes a min in the micro! :)
Guest
Made this lastnight and everybody loved it. defiatly going to being making it again
Guest
I made this for dinner was quick to make have to say wasnt a fan to be honest but my 6 year old came back for 3rds so real hit with him.Thank you for sharing it :)
sarah o(284)
Ive got this on the hob now (for tomorrow - wont get chance to cook tomorrow!). Its smells amazing and i had a little taste and its pretty good. Ive put a can of smart price beans in too which i hate on there own but hoping they'll go down well with this :)
Guest
I have used this recipe a few times now and my 2 sons, 6yrs and 4yrs love it! I add a few mixed herbs and a dash of Lea & Perrins for a bit of extra flavour, lovely! Definitely is becoming a family favourite in our household!
Guest
I made this the other month and the whole family loved it Iv now made it a few times as my older son 4 keeps asking for it. I added a few mixed herbs :) x
Guest
I am fed up of us always eating the same old food so suddenly thought I'm gonna find something different on here and give it a go, I found this, had all the ingredients in and just went for it (I'm not much of a whizz in the kitchen!) We all loved it and that includes two very fussy boys. I rushed it a bit and didn't soften the onions enough but am so glad I tried it, I'll definitely do it again, maybe adding different veg next time and possibly some oregano. We are going to try a different recipe off here every week now too to add some variety to our meals, but a definite thumbs up from this household anyway, easy and cheap to do too :) Thanks
Guest
I made this last night and everybody enjoyed it! Even my 21 month old! I added dried oregano to it, it was lovely!! Thanks x
Guest
I've cooked this twice and it has been a sucess with my 17 month old. She's quite a fussy eater so next time I'm going to add more veg. I batch cook it and freeze it and it fine as long as you heat it properly. P.S me and the hubby enjoyed it to.
Guest
Tried this recipe twice now, as first time I thought it was the sausage I had chosen that let it down - Definetly not. This time I picked my kids favourite sausage which never fails and its still not a hit in our house. I chose this recipe as all ingredients are enjoyed, just wont be using them together for this recipe again unfortunatly. If ur like me and thought this would be a great hit and like the ingredients I suggest u try the baked bean curry -fantastic and versitile. Wish we had liked this :(
Guest
recommend adding a large pinch of sage to this to make it extra tasty.
Guest
Just cooked this for my family. 2 fussy eaters (3.5 yr old twins) and they kept asking for more! They picked out the sweetcorn & bits of tomato so next time will try passata and some hidden veg. Has also shown that they will eat pasta with a sauce on so long as it doesn't have lumps! Oh, and I really enjoyed it too!!!
Guest
Im a childminder so im always coming on here for idea's to keep the children happy! Cooked this today adding in chopped veg to the sauce and they cleared their plates! Such a quick and simple recipie that can be adapted..very yummy!!
Guest
Agree...very simple and good. A nice change to how we eat sausages.
Guest
Really quick and simple- my 13 month old and 3 year old loved it....perfect if u havent much time yet still want to cook a meal that is tasty and nutriciuos for ur little ones!
Jamie-Leigh
After much thought of what to cook for dinner tonight, I came on here and found this Have just cooked it and now the tribe are happily tucking Well recommended xxx
Guest
hi this recipe looks good, my 1 and 3 year old love sausages, tomato sauce and pasta, so gonna give this a go. Am making some batches of food to go in freezer 2moro, i see it says freeze sauce before adding pasta, can you not cook and freeze pasta as some recipes suggest i can? Also can i cook the sausage and freeze with the sauce? Thanks mums!
Guest
We made this last night and we loved it :D Thanks! x A*
Guest
made this for the family last night and was a big hit...didnt follow recepie to exact, used a few subs like pork sausges n mixed veg but still used chopped toms n pasta. seeing as my littlen is fussy bout veg she didnt even notice the veg and my fella absolutly loved it both of them wolfed it down n asked for more. ty net mums xx
Guest
Was really Tasty but i added extra garlic and mixed herbs.. Highly recommend adding an exta in of chopped toms too or can be abit dry xx
Guest
I do this dish all the time before seeing it on here & to make it more interesting I add peppers, courgette & extra chopped tomatoes to it & top it with melted cheese & fresh bread & it's delish. My 2yr old little girl has been eating it since she was on solids & she LOVES it, even the peppers. It's bright, colourful & tasty.
Angela P(96)
Tried this today, added a touch of sugar, worcester sauce and some chilli. Sorry but not for us. It just seemed to be a sum of its parts really and we found the taste quite boring. Never mind, plenty of other fab Netmums recipes x
Guest
My four year old loved this. Quick & easy to make with the option of adding different veggies etc. Will be making it again!
Guest
our family had this tonight and loved it. we used passata instead of canned tomatoes. will never buy a jar of pasta sauce again!
Guest
Just made it very quick and easy!!!kids loved it!!
Guest
Made this for my son tonight and he loved it! Going to make it for my husband and I this week but spice it up a little.
Guest
This recipe is fab...there are 5 of us in our family and we all love it....i love it with mash and so do 2 of my children and my hubby and my eldest like it with rice....its a real winner in my house :o)
Guest
Sainsbury do creamed tomatoes in a packet rather than a tin and you also get "passatta" in a bottle. Would they taste better??
Guest
this is so tasty we all loved it and so quick and easy to make it was soooo yummy will def be making it again
Guest
I did this for my 2 year old and myself. She eats meat and I'm veggie so I just did 4 of each type of sausage, using two pans, and split the rest of the ingredients between them, which was easy. She wolfed hers down and my veggie sausage version was very tasty. Will make again as it was easy and tasty!
Guest
yum yum
Guest
i made this -well my 4 year old did today and it was great,my 4 year old is so fussy with food but because he could see what was going in he ate the lot. i missed out the onions with mine cause i knew he wouldnt eat them but will gradually add different things to it
Guest
Wow!! I fed 4 fussy kids, and 2 adults on this last night, I added a couple more sausages, and a bit extra of the tomatoes and it was devoured in no time by everyone. Infact, i did too much pasta, so the dog ate it too (saved me on the days dog food supply aswell!!) ~Its a great, cheap healthy meal.
Guest
I also add a can of condensed tomato soup! this makes the sauce quite sweet and thick!
Guest
My 3 year old loved this. Thanks so much for posting. Tasty, quick and inexpensive!
Guest
lovely - my husband and all three kids loved it thank you x
Guest
I make something similar to this. Sausages / Sausage meat Carrot Cougettes Pasta Tinned / chopped Tomatos Herbs / onion I always cook sausages / sausage meat (both are yummy. ) Whilst these are cooking I prepare and cook chopped carrots and courgettes. I then boil pasta. If iv used sausages I cut them up, drain and add carrot and courgette and sausge and then add tinned tomatoes. this is yummy and i usually cook too much and have it for dinner the next day too!
Guest
This is delicious, i made it for my 9 and a half month old daughter and froze in batches ready and cooked pasta fresh to go with it when needed. She loved it and i just couldn't help eating some myself. Next time i'm making my own batch too! Thanks
Guest
I love this, cooked it last night for my husband and two sons aged 2&1 and they loved it.
Guest
1/2 teaspoon of sugar takes the "tin" taste away. I am going to try this for lunch tomorrow.
Guest
Try using passata instead, or let the tomato sauce cook slowly.
Guest
MY FAMILY LOVED THIS MEAL ESPECIALLY MY 2 1/2 YEAR OLD SON WHO IS QUIET HARD TO FEED .
Guest
I make a variation of this using a reduced fat smoked sausage. My kids absolutely love it and the smoked sausage covers that 'tinny' taste!
natalie a(51)
bacon works well with tomato and can take away some of the taste, or add a little milk or cream to take away the acidity. (a dessert spoon or 3 to taste)
Guest
Does anyone know what would be good to add to take away the the taste of 'tin tomatoes'?
Guest
made this last week,added a pepper and sprinkled with cheese,went down a treat
Guest
My daughter loves garlic sausages and tomato so when seeing this receipe gta give it ago will let u know how it goes and what summerjo thought :) xx
Guest
Thank you for sending in this recipe. I am going to try it today :)
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