Norcina Ragu Gnocchetti Recipe
Creamy sausage-based pasta sauce, porcini mushrooms
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sauce
Method
Pasta Preparation
- 1
Cook the Gnocchetti
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gnocchetti and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 2-3 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and then drain the gnocchetti.
Sauce Preparation
- 2
- 3
Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
- 5
Add Mushrooms and Wine
Stir in the rehydrated porcini mushrooms and pour in the white wine. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the wine is reduced by half.
- 6
Create the Cream Sauce
Reduce the heat to low, and add the heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- 7
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked gnocchetti to the sauce, tossing to combine. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add some reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved.
- 8
Season and Serve
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to combine. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
