Orechiette with sausage, beans, and mascarpone is a classic dish from the Puglia region of Italy. It is a simple but hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The orecchiette pasta is a small, ear-shaped pasta that is cooked with sausage, beans, and a creamy mascarpone sauce. The dish is then topped with grated Parmesan cheese and served hot. This article will provide you with a step-by-step guide on how to make this delicious dish at home.
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ORECCHIETTE WITH SAUSAGE, BEANS, AND MASCARPONE
Another one from Giada off of Food Network. I love this recipe because its light in fat and calories, yet rich, savory, and satisfying. I like to use hot turkey sausage to give it some zing. This is a very simple recipe, with a huge payoff. Enjoy!!
Provided by amievv821
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
- Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Drain pasta reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid.
- In a large, heavy skillet warm the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sausage and onions. Using a wooden spoon break up the sausage into bite-sized pieces as it browns.
- Continue cooking until the sausage is golden and the onions are tender.
- Add the beans and oregano cook for 2 more minutes.
- 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.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 771.5, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 33.6, Sodium 921.9, Carbohydrate 114.9, Fiber 10.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 34.1
WHITE BEAN, TOMATO AND SAUSAGE ORECCHIETTE
Provided by Katie Lee Biegel
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orecchiette according to package instructions.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with the back of a spoon, until it starts to brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the sausage to a bowl with a slotted spoon, leaving all the oil in the skillet.
- Add the onions to the oil and cook until they start to soften and turn translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to blister and split, about 4 minutes. Add salt and pepper.
- Add the beans and return the sausage to the skillet. Cook until warmed through. Add the pasta and toss until it is completely coated. Add the Parmesan in batches, stirring to incorporate and letting it melt before more is added. Stir in the basil.
- Plate the pasta and top with more Parmesan and basil. Serve immediately.
ORECCHIETTE WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND SAUSAGE
The extra effort of using fresh tomatoes is so worth it...a fresh, sweet taste that you just can't get out of the can.
Provided by ClickandCookRecipes
Categories Chicken
Time 1h30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and oil. Once the butter is melted, add the onion and garlic. Cook until the onion is starting to get soft.
- Turn the temp up to medium high and add the pancetta, cook until crispy. Remove the casings from the sausage then add to skillet and brown. Pour in the wine and scrape up those delicious browned bits.
- Toss in the mushrooms and stirring occasionally, cook till they are slightly softened.
- Add the tomatoes (any extra juices too), basil and oregano, and salt to taste, and stir to combine. Turn heat to low, cover and simmer for one to two hours, stirring occasionally.
- While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta (make sure you have good salty water) until just al-dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water (DO NOT RINSE).
- Back to the skillet -- add the spinach and cook till it begins to wilt. Then toss in the pasta and stir to combine everything -- stir frequently until everything is heated through. (add some reserved pasta water if the sauce seems too thick)
- Spoon into bowls and top with fresh Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 592.9, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 31.9, Carbohydrate 101.1, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 11.7, Protein 19.3
ORECCHIETTE WITH SAUSAGE, BEANS, AND MASCARPONE RECIPE
Provided by BobLongo
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook until tender but still firm to the bite, stirring occasionally, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain pasta reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid. In a large, heavy skillet warm the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and onions. Using a wooden spoon break up the sausage into bitesized pieces as it browns. Continue cooking until the sausage is golden and the onions are tender. Add the beans and oregano cook for 2 more minutes. 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.
ORECCHIETTE WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND SAUSAGE
It's one of those dishes I always come back to for more. Best thing is, there is room to tweak it a bit to suit your style. The type of sausage you use will greatly affect the taste of the whole dish. I'm partial to Sicilian-style chicken sausage for this recipe. Garnish each bowl with Parmesan cheese.
Provided by Staci
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 2h1m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir until the onion starts to soften, about 2 minutes.
- Increase heat to high and add pancetta to the skillet. Cook and stir until crispy, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove casings from the sausages; add sausage meat to skillet. Cook and stir until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour in wine and scrape the bottom of the skillet.
- Toss mushrooms into the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, 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 is thick, 1 to 2 hours.
- 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 tender yet firm to the bite, about 7 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup of cooking water and drain without rinsing the pasta.
- Stir spinach into the sauce in the skillet. Cook until wilted, about 1 minute. Toss pasta into the skillet and stir to combine everything. Stir until heated through, adding some reserved pasta water if the sauce seems too thick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 29.4 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 498.3 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your dish shine. Look for good-quality sausage, beans, and mascarpone. Fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley, will also add a nice touch.
- Cook the sausage properly: Sausage should be cooked until it is browned and cooked through. This will help to develop its flavor.
- Don't overcook the beans: Beans should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked beans will be mushy and bland.
- Use a good quality mascarpone: Mascarpone is a soft, creamy cheese that adds a rich, decadent flavor to the dish. Look for a mascarpone that is fresh and has a smooth texture.
- Season the dish to taste: Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for this dish. You may also want to add a bit of garlic powder, onion powder, or Italian seasoning.
Conclusion:
This orecchiette with sausage, beans, and mascarpone is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of hearty sausage, tender beans, creamy mascarpone, and flavorful sauce, this dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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