Orecchiette With Fresh Tomatoes And Sausage Recipe

Name: Orecchiette With Fresh Tomatoes And Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 36 ounces cherry tomatoes, on the vine, cut in half; 1 (16 ounce) package Italian chicken sausage (use 3-5 links to your taste, I use 3); 4 ounces pancetta, pre-chopped; 1 small onion, minced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/3 cup red wine; 1 (8 ounce) package cremini mushrooms, sliced; 3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped; 1 cup Baby Spinach, chopped; salt; 1 (16 ounce) package orecchiette (or small shells if you can't find Orecchiette); parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

36 ounces cherry tomatoes, on the vine, cut in half
1 (16 ounce) package Italian chicken sausage (use 3-5 links to your taste, I use 3)
4 ounces pancetta, pre-chopped
1 small onion, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/3 cup red wine
1 (8 ounce) package cremini mushrooms, sliced
3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
1 cup Baby Spinach, chopped
salt
1 (16 ounce) package orecchiette (or small shells if you can't find Orecchiette)
parmesan cheese

1
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and oil. Once the butter is melted, add the onion and garlic. Cook until the onion is starting to get soft.
2
Turn the temp up to medium high and add the pancetta, cook until crispy. Remove the casings from the sausage then add to skillet and brown. Pour in the wine and scrape up those delicious browned bits.
3
Toss in the mushrooms and stirring occasionally, cook till they are slightly softened.
4
Add the tomatoes (any extra juices too), basil and oregano, and salt to taste, and stir to combine. Turn heat to low, cover and simmer for one to two hours, stirring occasionally.
5
While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta (make sure you have good salty water) until just al-dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water (DO NOT RINSE).
6
Back to the skillet -- add the spinach and cook till it begins to wilt. Then toss in the pasta and stir to combine everything -- stir frequently until everything is heated through. (add some reserved pasta water if the sauce seems too thick)
7
Spoon into bowls and top with fresh Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

318

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 36 ounces cherry tomatoes, on the vine, cut in half, 1 (16 ounce) package Italian chicken sausage (use 3-5 links to your taste, I use 3), 4 ounces pancetta, pre-chopped, 1 small onion, minced, and more.

Yes, Orecchiette With Fresh Tomatoes And Sausage falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orecchiette With Fresh Tomatoes And Sausage

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