Sausage Fusilli

How to Prepare Sausage Fusilli – Detailed Instructions

Comprehensive, easy-to-understand instructions and measurements can be found in the recipe card at the conclusion of this article.

Step One

Initially, chop the vegetables, crush the fennel seeds, and take off the casing of the sausage.

I extract the sausage filling by slicing each raw sausage in half and pushing the meat out. It exits quite effortlessly. Dispose of the sausage skins.

If available, utilize a pestle and mortar to crush the seeds. Alternatively, place them on a cutting board or in a bowl and press them with the end of a sturdy rolling pin.

Keep it on a plate until needed.

Step Two

Heat the oil in a sizable non-stick, flameproof vessel or pan over medium heat on the stove.

Step Three

Incorporate the onions and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step Four

Introduce the garlic, carrots, peppers, and zucchini. Numerous individuals include celery at this stage, but I prefer to omit it.

Step Five

Sauté for 10 minutes, stirring often.

Step Six

Add the sausage filling and fry for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, and using your spatula to break the meat apart until it’s browned and resembles coarse mince.

Step Seven

Mix in the fennel, chili, and tomato purée.

Step Eight

Pour in the wine, scraping the bottom to dislodge any browned sausage bits, and bring to a simmer.

Step Nine

Allow it to simmer for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. If you prefer not to use wine, skip ahead and add the stock immediately.

Step Ten

Incorporate the stock, chopped tomatoes, thyme, rosemary, along with a generous pinch of salt and pepper.

Step Eleven

Mix everything thoroughly.

Step Twelve

Bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.

Step Thirteen

Cook for about 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and reduced. Let it simmer longer if necessary.

Step Fourteen

As the pasta sauce is cooking, prepare the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and rinse.

Step Fifteen

I incorporate the pasta into the sauce when I am ready to serve, but you can serve your sausage ragu atop a bed of pasta if that’s your preference.