Sausage & Orecchiette Pasta Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the Pasta

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orecchiette pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. 2

   Sauté the Sausage

   In a large skillet over medium heat, add the Italian sausage. Cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.

3. 3

   Blister the Tomatoes and Caramelize the Onions

   In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the sliced onion. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the onions are caramelized, about 10-15 minutes. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until blistered, about 5 minutes.

4. 4

   Combine Ingredients

   Return the sausage to the skillet with the onions and tomatoes. Pour in the white wine and add the crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes until the wine reduces slightly.

5. 5

   Toss with Pasta and Arugula

   Add the cooked orecchiette and arugula to the skillet. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil, and toss everything together. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve warm, garnished with extra arugula or additional crushed red pepper if desired.