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Sausage Vodka Bolognese with Burrata

Sausage Vodka Bolognese with Burrata

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner, Entree, Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 3

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil oil
  • 12 oz mafaldine pasta - or the pasta of your choice
  • 1 lb mild Italian sausage
  • 2 burrata balls - optional
  • 1 yellow onion - finely diced
  • 1-2 medium carrots - finely diced
  • 2 ribs celery - finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic - minced
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes - optional
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup vodka - optional
  • 1 cup reserved pasta water
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup chopped parsley

Instructions
 

  • Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water then drain the pasta.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until about 80% browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
  • Push the sausage to one side of the pan and add the diced onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for about 2 minutes, then mix everything together and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
  • Add chili flakes, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, and tomato paste. Sauté for 1 minutes until fragrant. Pour in vodka and let it cook off for 1-2 minutes.
  • Add the tomato sauce, reserved pasta water, heavy cream, and grated parmesan. Stir to combine and let it simmer on low for 3-5 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
  • Add the cooked pasta and chopped parsley. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated in the sauce.
  • Plate the pasta and top with burrata. Serve warm and enjoy!
Keyword American, Dinner, italian, Pasta, sausage
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