Orecchiette with Roasted Tomatoes and Sausage

Name: Orecchiette with Roasted Tomatoes and Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pint Grape Tomatoes; 1 pound Orecchiette; 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 3/4 pounds Spicy Sausage Cut Into Chunks; 2 cups White Wine; 1 Tablespoon Butter; Kosher Salt And Black Pepper To Taste; Red (Cayenne) Pepper To Taste; Truffle Salt, To Taste (optional); 1/4 cups Chopped Parsley; 1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese

Servings: persons

1 pint Grape Tomatoes
1 pound Orecchiette
1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
3/4 pounds Spicy Sausage Cut Into Chunks
2 cups White Wine
1 Tablespoon Butter
Kosher Salt And Black Pepper To Taste
Red (Cayenne) Pepper To Taste
Truffle Salt, To Taste (optional)
1/4 cups Chopped Parsley
1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and roast tomatoes for 30 minutes.
2
Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
3
(I make these just about every week for snacking on or adding to saladsthey are amazing cold.)
4
Bring a salted pot of water to boil for the pasta and cook pasta according to package instructions for al dente.
5
Meanwhile, saute onions over medium heat in olive oil until tender.
6
Add in garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes; scrape onions and garlic into a bowl and set it aside.
7
Add sausage to pan, raise the heat to medium-high, and cook the sausage until it is almost done.
8
Add in wine and cook for another 3 minutes.
9
Lower the heat to low, add onions and garlic back in, then add the butter and spices and toss well.
10
Add in the parsley, cheese and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Toss well.
12
Plate and serve.
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Notes: The addition of truffle salt brings this dish to a whole new level and a little truffle salt goes a long way.
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Its a great addition to any pantry; try it on oven fries, eggs, pizza, potatoes and more!
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This is an easily customized dish.
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Add in some spinach or kale, replace the onion with a leek or scallions, make it meatless.
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Your call!

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pint Grape Tomatoes, 1 pound Orecchiette, 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, and more.

Yes, Orecchiette with Roasted 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!