Pasta alla Norcina

Step 1

Start cooking the pasta as directed on the package.

Step 2

Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat, add the sausage and cook, breaking it apart as it cooks.

Step 3

Add the onion to the sausage and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, rosemary and nutmeg and cook until fragrant, about a minute.

Step 5

Add the wine (or broth) and deglaze the pan by scraping up any brown bits off of the bottom of the pan as the broth sizzles.

Step 6

Add the cream, mix and simmer for a minute.

Step 7

Turn off the heat, mix in the cheese and let it melt before seasoning with pepper to taste.

Step 8

Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and enjoy!*