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Creamy Calabrian Chili Pappardelle with Sausage & Fennel

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Creamy Calabrian Chili Pappardelle with Sausage & Fennel is a delightful fusion of comfort and excitement. This indulgent dish features thick, luscious pappardelle pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with spicy Calabrian chili paste and savory Italian sausage. Enhanced by the aromatic crunch of fennel, each bite promises a burst of flavor that makes it perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Get ready to impress your taste buds and those of your guests with this easy yet sophisticated meal!

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pappardelle pasta
  • 8 oz Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
  • 1 medium fennel bulb, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp Calabrian chili paste (adjust to taste)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook the pappardelle according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage for 5–7 minutes, then remove it from the skillet.
  3. Sauté the sliced fennel in the same skillet for about 3–4 minutes until softened.
  4. Lower the heat and add heavy cream and Calabrian chili paste to create the sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  5. Return the sausage to the skillet along with the drained pappardelle. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
  6. Serve topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil.

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Keywords: To make this dish vegetarian, substitute sausage with mushrooms or a meat alternative. For added flavor, consider including sun-dried tomatoes or extra vegetables like spinach.

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