Calabrian Chili Pappardelle with Sausage & Fennel

Delicious Calabrian Chili Pappardelle with sausage and fennel in a bowl

Calabrian Chili Pappardelle with Sausage & Fennel

A comforting pasta dish featuring wide pappardelle noodles tossed in a creamy sauce with savory sausage, aromatic fennel, and a kick of heat from Calabrian chili paste.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 580

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Pasta and Sauce Ingredients

12 ounces Pappardelle pasta Cook according to package instructions.
1 pound Italian sausage Sliced.
1 bulb Fennel Chopped.
2 tablespoons Calabrian chili paste Adjust for heat preference.
1 cup Heavy cream
2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing.
3 cloves Garlic Minced.
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated, for serving.
Fresh leaves Basil For garnish.

Method

Cooking the Pasta

Cook the pappardelle according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Preparing the Sauce

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned.
Stir in the chopped fennel and minced garlic, cooking until the fennel softens.
Add the Calabrian chili paste and heavy cream to the skillet, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for a few minutes until thickened.

Combining

Toss the cooked pappardelle in the sauce, ensuring it's fully coated.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving

Serve hot, topped with grated parmesan and fresh basil.

Notes

For extra heat, increase the amount of Calabrian chili paste. Store leftovers in an airtight container: refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of cream or broth.