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Pasta alla Norcina (sausage + cream sauce)

3 Reviews / 5 Average
Wow your family at dinner tonight...they won't believe how flavorful this Pasta alla Norcina (sausage + cream sauce) is or how easy it is to make!
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Pasta alla Norcina topped with parsley and grated cheese in a white bowl.

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I think I found my new favorite pasta dish. I recently served this to my parents and husband, and they all seemed a little caught by surprise at how flavorful and tasty this Pasta alla Norcina is!

I'm so used to only thinking of sausage and pasta with a red sauce, but this dish has forever changed my mind. Inspired by a local vendor at one of our farmers' markets in the area, I'm so glad I gave this combination a try! Let me know what you think in the comments.

Table of Contents
  1. What is Pasta alla Norcina?
  2. Best Pasta to use for Pasta alla Norcina
  3. Do I Have to Use Dried Mushrooms?
  4. More Favorite Pasta Recipes
  5. You May Also Enjoy
  6. Pasta alla Norcina (sausage + cream sauce)

What is Pasta alla Norcina?

Pasta alla Norcina is a typical recipe from Umbria; specifically the ancient town of Norcia, famous for its sausages and cured meats. You could normally make this pasta with Norcia sausage, but I'm using Italian sausage since it's available here.

Best Pasta to use for Pasta alla Norcina

To keep this recipe real food approved, make sure whatever pasta you do use is whole-wheat. I like to use fettucini, but you can certainly use penne or rigatoni.

Do I Have to Use Dried Mushrooms?

No, there are many different variations for this recipe and a lot of them don't call for mushrooms at all. Feel free to omit them if you can't find them or don't want to include them.

More Favorite Pasta Recipes

One of the best things about pasta dishes is that they usually take no time at all. Perfect for busy weeknights, here are some of my other favorite pasta recipes.

  • Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Asparagus
  • Kale and Tomato Alfredo Pasta
  • Hamburger Helper Recipe
  • Creamy Shrimp Pasta with Lemon

You May Also Enjoy

  • Sausage Pizza
  • Spinach Sausage Stuffed Pasta Rolls
  • Easy Sheet Pan Sausage and Peppers
  • Grilled Sausage & Bell Pepper Kabobs
  • Red Beans with Rice & Sausage

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Pasta alla Norcina (sausage + cream sauce)

Wow your family at dinner tonight...they won't believe how flavorful this Pasta alla Norcina (sausage + cream sauce) is or how easy it is to make!
3 Reviews / 5 Average
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 25 minutes mins
Total Time: 35 minutes mins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Diet: Egg Free, Gluten Free, Peanut/Tree Nut-Free
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Servings: 4
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Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup dry white wine ((can sub water))
  • ¾ cup water
  • ¾ ounce pack dried chantrelle mushrooms
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ onion (cut into a small dice)
  • 1 pound bulk Italian sausage ((mild or spicy, depending on what you like!) or sausage links with casings removed)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces whole-wheat fettucini ((or other shape), cooked according to package directions)
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • fresh Italian parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Combine the wine, water, and dried mushrooms in a small pot. Simmer over low heat until the mushrooms have softened, about 10 minutes. To remove any sediment, strain the liquid through a fine sieve or coffee filter (and reserve the liquid) and rinse off the mushrooms in fresh water. Set aside for the sauce.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, add the onion and stir occasionally until translucent and soft but not brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Add in the sausage and cook while breaking it up with a spoon, until brown and no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard the fat.
  • Add in the mushrooms, mushroom liquid, heavy cream, and parmesan, stir to combine. Stir in the cooked noodles and bring to a simmer for a few minutes to help thicken the sauce. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh parsley (and additional parmesan, if desired), and serve immediately.

Notes

  • We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
  • Can be gluten-free if using GF pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Pasta alla Norcina (sausage + cream sauce)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 776 Calories from Fat 585
% Daily Value*
Fat 65g100%
Saturated Fat 29g181%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 191mg64%
Sodium 986mg43%
Potassium 476mg14%
Carbohydrates 23g8%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 24g48%
Vitamin A 959IU19%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 165mg17%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Samantha says

    July 18, 2022 at 2:04 pm

    5 stars
    So good and so easy!

    Reply
  2. Robin says

    September 11, 2021 at 5:07 pm

    5 stars
    This was quite yummy!! Should definitely give it a try!!

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      September 13, 2021 at 9:23 am

      Glad to hear you enjoyed it! - Nicole

      Reply
  3. Chelsea Snook says

    June 24, 2021 at 12:52 pm

    This looks delicious! I will definitely be trying this for dinner sometime

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      June 25, 2021 at 10:02 am

      Great! Let us know how it turns out when you do. - Nicole

      Reply
  4. Justine Rufino says

    June 15, 2021 at 10:41 pm

    5 stars
    I will give this a try soon! I am planning to cook for my husband (which will definitely be a surprise for him) for his birthday this July. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
  5. Angela from Ohio says

    June 08, 2021 at 5:39 pm

    Thanks for this recipe. My hubbie use to love a sausage and pasta dish from a local restaurant that had way too much fat and sodium in it. I’ll give this a try soon

    Reply
    • 100 Days Admin says

      June 09, 2021 at 9:24 am

      Let us know how this one turns out for you! - Nicole

      Reply
    • Tiffany says

      July 14, 2021 at 8:14 am

      This sounds amazing and we love cream sauces!! We've noticed one of our kids doesn't handle the heavy cream well - do you have any recommendations on what we can sub to still get a great consistency and flavor?

      Reply

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