Jul 14 2026
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Johnny Rose Recipe

Inspired by Sorella
Time1h
Serves4

vodka sauce, housemade sausage fresh mozzarella, Pecorino

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Ingredients

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Vodka Sauce

Housemade Sausage

Cheese Topping

Method

Vodka Sauce Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Aromatics

    In a saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté until garlic is fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Tomato Puree and Vodka

    Stir in the tomato puree and vodka. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Cream and Season

    Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the chopped fresh basil and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Housemade Sausage Preparation

  1. 4

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine ground pork, fennel seeds, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, crushed red pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix until well combined.

  2. 5

    Cook the Sausage

    Heat a skillet over medium heat. Form the sausage mixture into patties or crumbles and cook in the skillet until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

Assembly and Baking

  1. 6

    Combine Sauce and Sausage

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage with the vodka sauce, stirring well to combine.

  2. 7

    Prepare for Baking

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with sliced fresh mozzarella and grated Pecorino cheese.

  3. 8

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  4. 9

    Serve

    Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Johnny Rose dish hot!

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