Sting’s Favorite Bucatini with Sausage and Peas Copycat Recipe

This Bucatini with Sausage and Peas is a hearty and flavorful pasta dish adapted from Sting's favorite recipe. Italian sausage, creamy tomato sauce, and tender peas combine with bucatini for a rich and comforting meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining.

Why Everyone Will Love This Recipe

The combination of spicy, savory Italian sausage with a lightly creamy tomato sauce and sweet peas is irresistible. Bucatini noodles hold the sauce beautifully, and the Parmesan finish adds a savory, cheesy touch.

What Is the Dish?

A classic Italian-inspired pasta dish featuring bucatini or spaghetti tossed in a tomato and cream sauce with Italian sausage and peas. This dish is flavorful, hearty, and easy to prepare.

Cooking Tips

• Remove sausage casings for easy crumbling and even browning.
• Pour out excess fat after browning sausage to prevent greasy sauce.
• Simmer sauce low and slow for maximum flavor development.
• Add pasta just slightly undercooked to finish cooking in the sauce for perfect texture.
• Reserve some pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Use Other Pasta?

Yes, spaghetti, rigatoni, or penne work well if bucatini is unavailable.

Can I Use Fresh Peas Instead of Frozen?

Yes, fresh peas can be substituted; add during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Can I Make This Ahead?

The sauce can be made in advance and reheated; add pasta just before serving.

Is This Dish Gluten-Free?

Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe gluten-free.

Can I Add More Vegetables?

Absolutely! Zucchini, mushrooms, or bell peppers can be added with the tomato sauce.

How to Store

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or cream to loosen the sauce.

How to Freeze

This dish can be frozen for up to 1 month. Cool completely, portion into freezer-safe containers, and freeze. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating, and cook the pasta briefly in boiling water if needed to restore texture.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsps olive oil
• ½ pound Italian sausage, casings removed
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small shallot, minced
• 2 + ½ cups tomato purée
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup frozen baby peas
• Salt, to taste
• 1 pound bucatini or spaghetti
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

How to Make Sting's Favorite Sausage and Peas Bucatini

1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sausage and break up with a spoon. Cook about 8 minutes until browned. Discard excess oil.
2. Add garlic and shallot; cook 2 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in tomato purée and simmer partially covered on low heat for 30 minutes.
4. Stir in frozen peas and heavy cream. Simmer 10 minutes. Add half of Parmesan and season with salt.
5. Boil pasta in salted water for 1 minute less than package instructions.
6. Add pasta to sauce and simmer 1 minute to finish cooking.
7. Plate pasta and sauce, topping with remaining Parmesan. Serve immediately.