Pasta alla Zozzona

Pasta alla Zozzona is a decadent midnight dish that combines rich flavors of garlic, spicy sausage, and a touch of cream for a satisfying experience. This Kosher version caters to late-night cravings while maintaining traditional Italian flair.

Pasta alla Zozzona
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Italian
650 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine) - 200 grams
  • Kosher Italian sausage (mild or spicy) - 150 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
  • Crushed red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Heavy cream (or coconut cream) - 100 ml
  • Parmesan cheese, grated (optional, ensure kosher) - 30 grams
  • Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Remove the casing from the kosher sausage and crumble it into the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine with the sausage and garlic. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the sauce.
  7. Toss the pasta in the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if using.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with additional parsley and cheese if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 75 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Provides a good source of protein from the sausage.
  • Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can support heart health.

Tags

ItalianKosherMidnight