Shrimp + Sausage Cavatelli Recipe
pancetta roasted peppers / spinach / garlic / vino / mascarpone
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Proteins
Vegetables and Seasonings
Liquids and Cream
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the Cavatelli
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cavatelli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Sauce
- 2
Cook the Pancetta and Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced pancetta. Cook until crispy, about 5 minutes. Then, add the Italian sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon, about 7-10 minutes.
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
Add the diced red bell pepper and minced garlic to the skillet with the meat. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender and the garlic is fragrant.
- 4
Deglaze with White Wine
Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow the wine to reduce for about 2-3 minutes.
- 5
Add Spinach and Mascarpone
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Then, add the mascarpone cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper.
Combining and Serving
- 6
Combine Pasta with Sauce
Add the cooked cavatelli pasta to the skillet, tossing to combine everything well. If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water to reach the desired consistency.
- 7
Serve
Divide the shrimp and sausage cavatelli among plates. Garnish with additional black pepper if desired and serve hot.
