Orecchiette with Friarielli and Napoli Sausage

This is a southern Italian-inspired pasta dish full of bold but familiar flavours. Bitter green friarielli and rich sausage are a classic combination, especially in Naples and the surrounding area.

Author

Agostino Fraschetta

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Servings

4

Category

Dinner

Cuisine

Italian

Ingredients

• 320g Orecchiette
• 450g Napoli Sausage (shop here)
• 180g Friarielli in Oil (shop here)
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil (shop here)
• 1 Garlic clove
• Chilli flakes, optional

Directions

1. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil and cook the orecchiette until al dente.
2. Remove the sausage from its casing.
3. Cook the sausage in a frying pan until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
4. Add the garlic and a drizzle of olive oil.
5. Stir in the friarielli and cook for a few minutes until warmed through.
6. Drain the pasta, keeping a little cooking water aside.
7. Toss the orecchiette with the sausage and friarielli.
8. Add a splash of pasta water if needed.
9. Finish with chilli flakes if using, then serve hot.