The type of sausage used greatly impacts the flavor. Experiment with different varieties to find your perfect match. Sicilian-style chicken sausage, Italian sausage, or even a spicy chorizo can add unique dimensions to the dish. Simmering the sauce for a longer time allows the flavors to meld and deepen. Feel free to adjust the simmering time based on your preference. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil just before serving for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.
Orecchiette with Fresh Tomatoes and Sausage
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 31 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 1 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS51
A rustic Italian classic, elevated. This Orecchiette dish is a symphony of fresh flavors, featuring sweet tomatoes, savory sausage, and fragrant herbs, all tossed together in perfect harmony. A delightful and customizable meal that's sure to become a family favorite.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate47 g
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Cholesterol29 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein16 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium498 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat16 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
Melt butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 2 minutes.
02
Step
5 mins
Increase heat to high and add pancetta to the skillet. Cook, stirring until crispy and golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove casings from the sausages; add sausage meat to skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook and stir until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
03
Step
1 hrs 30 mins
Add mushrooms to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, 5 to 10 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil, oregano, and salt. Stir to combine. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have melded, 1 to 2 hours.
04
Step
7 mins
Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in orecchiette and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until al dente, about 7 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain without rinsing.
05
Step
1 mins
Stir spinach into the sauce in the skillet. Cook until wilted, about 1 minute. Add pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is well coated with the sauce. Stir until heated through, adding reserved pasta water as needed to adjust the sauce consistency.
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Kade Zemlak
Jun 26, 2025I did not expect this to be that good!
Kareem Pagac
Jun 20, 2025The spinach adds a nice touch of freshness.
Cara Skiles
Jun 5, 2025I used spicy Italian sausage and it was fantastic!
Bret Bosco
Jun 3, 2025This is now a family favorite!
Elsa Strosin
Jan 25, 2025Super easy to make and very flavorful. Will definitely make again.
Tate Prohaska
Jan 25, 2025I added some red pepper flakes for a little kick and it was perfect.
Newell Windler
Jan 8, 2025The sauce was amazing after simmering for a while!
Brain Emard
Nov 11, 2024Perfect balance!
Wava Hagenes
Nov 1, 2024I made this last night and it was delicious! The sausage I used gave it a great flavor.
Rickey Hand
Oct 31, 2024Make sure to reserve enough pasta water!