Sourdough Fusilli with Butter & Sage

December 4, 2024

Lasagna alla Bolognese is the heart and soul of Italian comfort food—often called the "Queen of Italian cuisine." Originating from the Emilia-Romagna region, this rich, layered pasta dish holds a special place in culinary tradition. While many variations ... of lasagna can be found around Italy and the world, the authentic version is a labor of love, crafted with pasta sheets, slow-cooked ragù alla Bolognese, creamy béchamel sauce, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. The secret to an unforgettable lasagna is the slow-cooked meat ragù. The slower and lower you cook it, the better!

 

• Ingredients
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 20 fresh sage leaves
• 5 oz. Pancetta
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Bionaturae Sourdough Fusilli

1. Instructions
2. Cook pasta according to packaging instructions.  Stir frequently.
3. Heat pancetta over medium until crispy, set aside onto a plate.
4. In the same saucepan, heat the butter and sage. Cook on medium heat until butter turns brown and the sage wilts, then turn heat down low.
5. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and add it to the saucepan of butter. Raise heat to medium-high and add ¾ cup of the water. Stir for 1 minute.
6. Toss in cheese and pancetta, adding more pasta water if necessary.
7. Serve with more cheese and salt and pepper to taste.