Jul 14 2026
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Pasta Fresca Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Silvium
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Handmade cavatelli with broccoli rabe & sausage OR with arugula and mushrooms in a marinara sauce OR with meat sauce

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Ingredients

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Cavatelli Dough

Broccoli Rabe & Sausage

Arugula & Mushrooms in Marinara Sauce

Meat Sauce

Method

Cavatelli Preparation

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, semolina flour, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the egg and water. Mix until a dough forms.

  2. 2

    Knead and Shape

    Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Divide dough into small pieces and roll into logs, then cut into small pieces and shape into cavatelli.

  3. 3

    Cook Cavatelli

    Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook cavatelli for about 3-5 minutes until they float. Drain and set aside.

Broccoli Rabe & Sausage Preparation

  1. 4

    Cook Sausage

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.

  2. 5

    Add Broccoli Rabe

    Add minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and chopped broccoli rabe to the skillet. Sauté until broccoli is tender and vibrant.

  3. 6

    Combine with Cavatelli

    Toss the cooked cavatelli with the sausage and broccoli rabe mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Arugula & Mushrooms in Marinara Sauce Preparation

  1. 7

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened.

  2. 8

    Add Marinara Sauce

    Stir in marinara sauce and bring to a simmer. Add arugula and cook until wilted.

  3. 9

    Combine with Cavatelli

    Toss the cooked cavatelli with the sauce and vegetables. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Meat Sauce Preparation

  1. 10

    Cook Meat

    In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened. Add ground meat and cook until browned.

  2. 11

    Add Tomatoes and Seasoning

    Stir in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 12

    Combine with Cavatelli

    Toss the cooked cavatelli with the meat sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

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