Indulge in the delectable flavors of Cavatelli with Sausage and Radicchio, a hearty and flavorful pasta dish that combines the richness of sausage, the bitterness of radicchio, and the velvety texture of cavatelli pasta. This delectable meal is sure to tantalize your taste buds with its symphony of flavors and textures. Discover the art of preparing this dish with our two featured recipes: a classic rendition that stays true to the traditional Italian flavors and a vegetarian variation that offers a delightful twist on this beloved dish. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.
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CAVATELLI WITH SAUSAGE AND RADICCHIO
Steps:
- In an 8- to 12-quart pot, bring 6 quarts (24 cups) salted water to a rolling boil.
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned but not yet crispy. Remove the meat from the skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- Add the onions and remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet and saute until the onions are soft. Add the sausage back along with a pinch of red pepper flakes and saute an additional minute. Reduce the flame to medium low and pour in the wine, cooking until it is reduced by half, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the sauce from the heat.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente. Drain the pasta and add it to the sauce in the skillet. Add the Parmigiano-Reggiano and radicchio and toss to combine the ingredients. Garnish with the crushed walnuts, a drop of extra-virgin olive oil and a light dusting of freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano.
CAVATELLI WITH SAUSAGE AND PEAS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Crumble the sausage into the skillet and add the onion. Cook, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until the onion is softened, about 8 minutes. Increase the heat to medium high and cook, stirring, until the sausage and onion are lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
- Push the mixture to the sides of the skillet and add the tomato paste in the middle. Cook the tomato paste, stirring, until darkened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the rosemary, then stir the tomato paste into the sausage and onion. Stir in the wine and bring to a simmer. Cook until the wine is reduced by half, about 2 minutes. Add 1 1/2 cups of the boiling water and bring the sauce to a boil. Cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.
- While the sauce cooks, add the cavatelli and peas to the remaining boiling water and cook as the cavatelli label directs. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Add the cavatelli, peas and parsley to the sauce and bring to a simmer. Toss to coat, adding more cooking water as needed to loosen. Remove from the heat, sprinkle with the cheese and toss. Divide among bowls and top with more cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Fat 34 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Cholesterol 79 milligrams, Sodium 1205 milligrams, Carbohydrate 46 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 25 grams, Sugar 5 grams
CAVATELLI WITH FENNEL SAUSAGE, BROWN BUTTER AND CRISPY SAGE
When winter isn't quite ready to shed its coat and enter spring, hearty, simple, stick-to-the-ribs meals are best. There's barely anything at the farmers market, so we turn to our pantries instead. What I love about this recipe is that you can use your favorite fennel sausage instead of making it from scratch. That brings the cooking time to 20 minutes, tops. I'm of the mind that brown butter improves anything and when mixed with fragrant sage and fennel, it's such a satisfying combination. You can try this recipe with any pasta you like, but I like the texture of the cavatelli best. Enjoy!
Provided by Claire Thomas : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil, then the sausage in batches, if necessary, to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Cook until the sausage is fully cooked, about 3 minutes per side. Remove the sausage to a plate and return the skillet to the heat.
- Add the pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta.
- Meanwhile, add the butter and the chopped sage to the skillet and cook, stirring, until the butter is browned and smells nutty. Pour in the wine and cook until the alcohol has cooked off, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon, about 3 minutes. Return the sausage to the skillet, add the pasta and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and fried sage leaves and serve immediately.
- Combine all of the ingredients in a large bowl. Mix together with your hands until well combined. Gently roll the mixture into 1 inch balls and set aside on a rimmed baking sheet lined with wax paper. Refrigerate until ready to use, for up to 4 days.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients. Fresh cavatelli, sausage, and radicchio will give your dish the best flavor.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the sausage, radicchio, and cavatelli, make sure to give them enough space in the pan so that they can cook evenly.
- Cook the cavatelli al dente. Cavatelli should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it.
- Add the cheese at the end. Adding the cheese at the end of the cooking process will prevent it from becoming rubbery.
- Serve immediately. Cavatelli with sausage and radicchio is best served immediately after it is cooked.
Conclusion:
Cavatelli with sausage and radicchio is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of the tender cavatelli, flavorful sausage, and bitter radicchio is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try.
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