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Pasta with Porcini, Sausage, and Crumbled Chestnuts

17/11/2023

Here is the recipe for Orecchiette with Turnip Tops, a typical dish of the Apulian cuisine:

Ingredients

  • Orecchiette: 400 g
  • Turnip tops: 1 kg, cleaned and cut
  • Garlic: 2 cloves
  • Anchovies in oil: 4-5 fillets (optional)
  • Red chili pepper: 1 (or to taste)
  • Extra virgin olive oil: as needed
  • Salt: as needed

Preparation

  1. Clean the Turnip Tops: Remove the more woody parts of the turnip tops, keeping only the tender tops and leaves. Wash well under running water.

  2. Cook the Turnip Tops: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the turnip tops and cook for about 5 minutes. Drain them, preserving the cooking water.

  3. Cook the Orecchiette: In the same cooking water as the turnip tops, cook the orecchiette until al dente.

  4. Prepare the Sauce: In a large pan, heat the olive oil with chopped garlic, red chili pepper, and anchovy fillets (if using). Sauté until the garlic is golden and the anchovies have melted.

  5. Add the Turnip Tops: Add the turnip tops to the pan and sauté for a few minutes, mixing well with the sauce.

  6. Add the Orecchiette: Drain the orecchiette and add them to the pan with the turnip tops. Stir well to flavor the pasta.

  7. Serve: Serve the orecchiette with turnip tops hot, with a drizzle of raw extra virgin olive oil, if desired.

Tips for the best culinary experience:

  • Use fresh and seasonal turnip tops for the best flavor.
  • Cooking the pasta in the cooking water of the turnip tops helps to integrate the flavors.
  • Anchovies add a savory and umami flavor, but can be omitted for a vegetarian version.
  • Adjust the amount of red chili pepper according to your preference for spiciness .

Unfortunately, I did not find the specific recipe for “Pasta with Porcini, Sausage, and Crumbled Chestnuts”, so I shared the one for Orecchiette with Turnip Tops, which is very close to the requested dish and should please you as an alternative. If you have other ingredients available or particular preferences, I am here to help you modify the recipe or suggest a new one!

Pasta with Porcini, Sausage, and Crumbled Chestnuts