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Malloreddus alla Campidanese Recipe

Malloreddus alla Campidanese

Malloreddus alla Campidanese is a classic Sardinian dish featuring tiny, ridged gnocchi-like pasta coated in a savory sausage and tomato sauce. With a hint of spice, fresh basil, and grated Pecorino cheese, this hearty meal brings authentic Italian flavors to your table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Survings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g Malloreddus Sardinian gnocchi
  • 200 g Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 400 g canned crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish
  • Grated Pecorino cheese for serving

Method
 

  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add the Malloreddus and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Brown the Sausage: Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through.
  4. Combine with Tomatoes: Pour in the crushed tomatoes, seasoning with salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  5. Mix Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked Malloreddus to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  6. Serve: Plate the Malloreddus alla Campidanese and garnish with fresh basil and grated Pecorino cheese. Enjoy with a glass of your favorite drink!

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding red pepper flakes to the sauce for extra heat. For a richer sauce, you can substitute the crushed tomatoes with passata or San Marzano tomatoes.