Black Pepper Fusilli
Sausage and Fried Egg

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A quick and savory weeknight meal featuring tender fusilli pasta tossed in a robust black pepper sauce, topped with a perfectly fried egg and seared sausage.

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This black pepper fusilli dish is the perfect solution for when you crave something hearty yet simple to prepare. The combination of chewy pasta coated in a bold, peppery sauce paired with a runny-yolk egg and savory sausage creates a comforting meal that satisfies both hunger and flavor cravings. It is a fantastic example of turning pantry staples into a delicious, restaurant-quality bowl at home.

Black pepper fusilli pasta served with a sunny-side-up fried egg and a seared sausage.
Black pepper fusilli pasta served with a sunny-side-up fried egg and a seared sausage.
Prep5 mins
Cook15 mins
Total20 mins
Yield1 serving
DifficultyEasy
Calories550 kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1Boil the fusilli
    Fusilli pasta submerged in a pot of boiling water.

    Bring a pot of water to a boil, add salt, and cook the fusilli until al dente according to package instructions.

    Tip: Keep the water at a rolling boil while adding the pasta.
  2. 2Season the pasta water
    A spoonful of salt being added to a pot of boiling pasta.

    Add a spoonful of salt into the boiling pasta pot to flavor the noodles as they cook.

    Tip: Adding salt to boiling water is essential for well-seasoned pasta.
  3. 3Fry the protein
    A sunny-side-up egg and a sausage frying in a pan.

    Heat a non-stick pan with a little oil, then fry the sausage and the egg until the sausage is browned and the egg is cooked to your preference.

    Tip: Cook over medium heat to avoid burning the egg before the sausage is heated through.
  4. 4Apply the sauce
    Black pepper sauce being poured onto cooked fusilli pasta in a pan.

    Add the cooked and drained pasta directly into the pan with the protein, then pour the black pepper sauce over everything.

    Tip: Use a generous amount of sauce to ensure every piece of pasta is well-coated.
  5. 5Toss and coat
    Pasta and black pepper sauce being mixed in a pan using chopsticks.

    Use chopsticks to quickly stir and toss the pasta, ensuring every noodle is thoroughly coated in the flavorful black pepper sauce.

    Tip: Stirring well ensures the savory flavor is distributed throughout the dish.
  6. 6Serve and enjoy
    Fried egg and sausage served atop a pan of seasoned black pepper fusilli.

    Arrange the fried egg and sausage neatly on top of the seasoned pasta and serve immediately while hot.

    Tip: Serve immediately while warm for the best taste.

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator
2 days
Store in an airtight container. Pasta may absorb sauce over time.
Reheating
2–3 min
Reheat in a pan over low heat with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.

Burn It Off

Leisurely Cycling
~90 minutes of casual cycling (~13 km/h).
Brisk Walking
~1 hour and 50 minutes of brisk walking (~5 km/h).
House Cleaning
~2 hours and 10 minutes of active house cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, while fusilli is excellent for holding onto the black pepper sauce, penne or rigatoni are great alternatives that also work well.
If the sauce looks too thick while mixing, add a tablespoon of the reserved pasta cooking water to emulsify and create a glossy finish.
It is best enjoyed fresh, but you can prepare the sauce and cook the pasta ahead of time, then toss them together right before serving for the best texture.
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