Orecchiette With Spicy Sausage Recipe

Name: Orecchiette With Spicy Sausage
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 12 ounces orecchiette pasta; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling; 8 ounces fresh chorizo or other spicy sausage, casings removed; 2 spring onions (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced, plus more for topping; 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced; Freshly ground pepper; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 cup grated pecorino or parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
12 ounces orecchiette pasta
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
8 ounces fresh chorizo or other spicy sausage, casings removed
2 spring onions (white and light green parts only), thinly sliced, plus more for topping
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
Freshly ground pepper
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup grated pecorino or parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

1
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the pasta and cook as the label directs.
3
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4
Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until it begins to brown, about 3 minutes.
5
Add the spring onions and cook until softened, about 3 more minutes.
6
Add the garlic, mushrooms, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms start to brown, about 3 minutes.
7
Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften slightly, about 3 more minutes.
8
Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta.
9
Add the broth to the skillet and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
10
Stir in the pasta and cheese, adding some of the reserved cooking water to loosen, if necessary.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Divide among bowls, drizzle with olive oil and top with more cheese and spring onions.
13
Per serving: Calories 571; Fat 19 g (Saturated 6 g); Cholesterol 40 mg; Sodium 809 mg; Carbohydrate 73 g; Fiber 5 g; Protein 28 g
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Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 12 ounces orecchiette pasta, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling, 8 ounces fresh chorizo or other spicy sausage, casings removed, and more.

Yes, Orecchiette With Spicy 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.

Orecchiette With Spicy Sausage

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