Orecchiette With Sausage, Beans, And Mascarpone

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.

2. 2

   Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain pasta reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.

4. 4

   In a large, heavy skillet warm the olive oil over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Add the sausage and onions. Using a wooden spoon break up the sausage into bite-sized pieces as it browns.

6. 6

   Continue cooking until the sausage is golden and the onions are tender.

7. 7

   Add the beans and oregano cook for 2 more minutes.

8. 8

   Add the mascarpone cheese and slowly add the pasta cooking liquid until a smooth sauce forms, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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