Ricotta, Sausage and Radicchio Pasta

Step 1

In a large pot of salted water cook the pasta al dente.

Step 2

In a small bowl mix until creamy the ricotta cheese and 2 tablespoons of pasta water.

Step 3

While the water is boiling and the pasta is cooking,in a large skillet add the olive oil and sausage pieces and brown, add the chopped radicchio, garlic, salt and pepper and ½ cup water or vegetable broth, cook on low/medium heat covered for 10 minutes, then uncover and continue to cook until water has evaporated, stir in the ricotta cheese mixture, add the pasta and 4 tablespoons of hot pasta water, increase the heat to high and tossing and cooking for 1 minute. Serve immediately with freshly grated parmesan cheese. Enjoy!