Fusilli Bucati with Radicchio Cream Sauce
Category: Main Courses
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fusilli Bucati Corti (short) | 320g |
| Radicchio | 300g |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 20g |
| Spring Onions (Cipollotti) | 150g |
| Fine Salt | to taste |
| Black Pepper | to taste |
| Fresh Thyme | 50g |
| Pecorino Cheese (grated) | 50g |
| Fresh Liquid Cream (Panna Fresca) | 80g |
Instructions:
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Begin by preparing a large pot of salted water to cook the pasta. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
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While the water is heating, take the spring onions (cipollotti) and trim off the root ends. Wash thoroughly and slice them into thin strips, discarding the green part of the onions.
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In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced spring onions and sautΓ© them for about 2 minutes, until they soften and begin to turn golden.
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Once the onions are cooked, add 2-3 ladles of pasta water to the skillet to help deglaze and create a light broth for the sauce. Stir to combine.
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Next, chop the radicchio into thin strips and add it to the skillet with the onions. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes, allowing the radicchio to soften and release its flavors.
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Meanwhile, add the fusilli pasta to the boiling salted water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
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Once the pasta is ready, reserve about two-thirds of the cooked radicchio and onion mixture. Transfer this portion to a tall glass or mixing jug and add the fresh cream. Blend or use an immersion blender until the mixture is smooth and creamy, creating a rich radicchio cream sauce.
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Drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of the cooking water. Transfer the pasta directly into the skillet with the remaining radicchio and onion mixture. Toss to combine, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to help the sauce adhere to the pasta.
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Sprinkle in the fresh thyme leaves and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as desired. Toss everything together to ensure the pasta is coated in the creamy sauce.
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To serve, plate the pasta and top with a generous sprinkle of grated pecorino cheese. Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the richness of the creamy radicchio sauce and the tender, flavorful fusilli.
This Fusilli Bucati alla Crema di Radicchio is a delightful, comforting dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. The creamy radicchio sauce, combined with the hearty fusilli, offers a rich and satisfying flavor. The addition of thyme and pecorino gives it a touch of freshness and depth thatβs sure to please any pasta lover. Enjoy this dish with a glass of white wine and good company for a memorable meal.
