Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Saucy Sausage and Lemon Pasta (Sausage al Lemone), a dish that masterfully combines the savory richness of sausage with the vibrant brightness of fresh lemon. Perfect for both busy weeknights and special gatherings, this creamy pasta is easy to prepare and sure to impress. With its aromatic ingredients, including garlic, herbs, and a touch of spice, every bite offers a flavor explosion that will have your taste buds dancing. This recipe not only satisfies your cravings but also elevates your everyday dinner routine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 250g Dry Paccheri pasta (or preferred shape)
- 400g sausages (or sausage meat)
- 2 shallots or 1 small brown onion
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 1 large lemon (zest and juice)
- 1–2 tsp chili flakes
- 2 cloves garlic
- 300ml pasta water
- 70g Parmesan cheese
- 60ml Crème fraîche or double cream
- 15g parsley
Instructions
- Heat a stainless steel pan over high heat until hot.
- Add oil and sauté crumbled sausage until browned (10-12 minutes).
- Incorporate shallots and fennel seeds; cook until softened (4-5 minutes).
- Cook pasta in boiling water until al dente.
- Add lemon zest, chili flakes, and sliced garlic to the sausage mixture; stir for one minute.
- Combine drained pasta with sausage mixture along with reserved pasta water, crème fraîche, and Parmesan; toss until creamy.
- Season with additional lemon juice if desired and garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg