Let’s eat dinner
1 pound farfalle (bow tie) pasta
1 tablespoon duck fat
2 tablespoons salted butter
1 pound italian sausage, sweet or hot, your call
kosher salt and pepper
1/3 sweet onion diced
6 garlic cloves minced
1 pound asparagus cut into thirds
⅔ cup starchy pasta water
½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
8 ounces whole milk ricotta
Woodfired garlic seasoning
roasted garlic and herb seasoning
Heavy cream
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the farfalle. Save 1 cup of starchy pasta water.
Heat the duck fat and butter. Add the sausage, season with woodfired garlic seasoning and roasted garlic and herb seasoning, and brown it until crispy. Transfer it to a plate.
Add in the onions and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes.
Add in the asparagus spears. Cook, until tender but still has a nice crunch.
Add roasted garlic and herb seasoning, ricotta and heavy cream to quart jar and use an immersion blender to whip smooth creamy consistency
When it comes to easy weeknight dinners, this crispy sausage and asparagus pasta offers a perfect combination of flavors and textures. Start by cooking farfalle pasta to al dente perfection. The combination of duck fat and salted butter creates a rich and savory base, ideal for browning sweet or hot Italian sausage until it's crispy and golden. The sweet onion and minced garlic add depth, while asparagus, cut into thirds, brings a vibrant crunch that pairs beautifully with the accompanying creaminess of whipped ricotta seasoned with roasted garlic and herbs. To make the herbed ricotta sauce, blend together ricotta cheese, heavy cream, and a hint of seasoning until you achieve a smooth texture—this allows the flavors to meld beautifully. Enhance the dish further with starchy pasta water, which helps create a silky sauce that clings to the pasta. Serve this dish warm, garnished with freshly grated Parmesan and additional herbs for a visually appealing finish. The balance of savory sausage, fresh vegetables, and creamy ricotta makes this recipe not only delicious but also a nutritious choice, adding colorful veggies to your plate. Whether it's a family meal or a casual gathering with friends, this pasta dish is sure to become a favorite go-to recipe in your kitchen!
I'm a vegetarian, and I really, really want to eat this 🥺