Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 cup

extra virgin olive oil

1 lb

turkey sausage

removed from casing

1 pinch

sea salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

10 unit

cremini mushrooms

coarsely chopped

1 lb

farfalle pasta

0.5 cup

parmesan cheese

grated

Step 1
~2 min

Bring 6 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saute pan over high heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Season the turkey sausage with salt and pepper.

Step 4
~2 min

Add the turkey sausage to the pan and saute, breaking up large lumps, until golden brown.

Step 5
~2 min

Remove the cooked turkey sausage from the pan and set aside.

Step 6
~2 min

Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the same pan and heat.

Step 7
~2 min

Add the chopped cremini mushrooms to the pan and season with salt and pepper.

Step 8
~2 min

Saute the mushrooms until all the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.

Step 9
~2 min

Add the cooked turkey sausage back to the pan with the mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Remove the mixture from the heat and set aside.

Step 11
~2 min

When the water is boiling, add the farfalle pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 minutes.

Step 12
~2 min

Drain the pasta in a colander.

Step 13
~2 min

Return the drained pasta to the pot.

Step 14
~2 min

Add the turkey sausage and mushroom mixture to the pasta in the pot.

Step 15
~2 min

Combine the pasta and meat mixture thoroughly, then gently cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.

Step 16
~2 min

Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the mixture.

Step 17
~2 min

Add more olive oil if the mixture seems dry.

Step 18
~2 min

Check the seasoning of the dish and adjust as needed.

Step 19
~2 min

Turn off the heat and add the grated parmesan cheese.

Step 20
~2 min

Stir well until the cheese is melted and evenly distributed.

Step 21
~2 min

Serve the farfalle with turkey sausage and mushrooms in a large bowl.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of white wine to the mushroom mixture for extra flavor.

Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Serve with crusty bread

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy/USA

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family dinners
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal
Casual party

Popularity Score

65/100

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