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Gemelli with Asparagus and Sausage Recipe

Gemelli with Asparagus and Sausage Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

2 bunch(es) small or medium asparagus or 8 oz broccoli florets
1 lb gemelli or fusilli
1/2 cup pine nuts (optional)
1 lb bulk italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/3 cup whipping cream
1 tsp kosher salt
1 cup sheep's milk
freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
10 fresh basil leaves

Directions:

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Bring a large pot of water, with 1 tablespoon salt added, to boiling. Cut top 2 inches from asparagus stalks (reserve asparagus stalks for another use; see What About the Stalks? ) Cook asparagus tips or broccoli in the boiling water for 3 to 4 minutes, just until tender. Using a large skimmer or long-handled strainer, transfer asparagus or broccoli to a colander. Rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking.
Return asparagus cooking water to boiling. Add the pasta; cook according to package directions, about 10 minutes, just until tender to the bite (al dente). While pasta is cooking, spread the pine nuts on a baking sheet and bake about 10 minutes, just until golden.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage and onion until meat is browned and onion is tender; drain off fat. Add asparagus tips or broccoli, all except 1 tablespoon of the pine nuts, the cream, and salt. Simmer about 2 minutes. When pasta is almost done cooking, use a skimmer or long-handled strainer to transfer it to the skillet, reserving cooking water. Add ricotta, plenty of freshly ground black pepper, and about 1 cup of the pasta cooking water. Increase heat to high; toss until pasta is well coated, about 30 seconds. Add Parmigiano then toss again. Transfer to a large platter, top with reserved pine nuts and basil. Serve with additional ricotta.
Note If pasta is too dry, add additional pasta water until desired consistency is reached

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	654.38 Kcal (2740 kJ)
Calories from fat	285.47 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	31.72g	49%
Cholesterol	82.36mg	27%
Sodium	1042.62mg	43%
Potassium	482.5mg	10%
Total Carbs	58.59g	20%
Sugars	1.74g	7%
Dietary Fiber	3g	12%
Protein	32.54g	65%
Vitamin C	5.9mg	10%
Iron	3mg	16%
Calcium	130.8mg	13%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	237.39 Kcal (994 kJ)
Calories from fat	103.56 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.51g	49%
Cholesterol	29.88mg	27%
Sodium	378.24mg	43%
Potassium	175.04mg	10%
Total Carbs	21.26g	20%
Sugars	0.63g	7%
Dietary Fiber	1.09g	12%
Protein	11.81g	65%
Vitamin C	2.1mg	10%
Iron	1.1mg	16%
Calcium	47.4mg	13%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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