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Pasta alla Carcerata

Cultural Context

Originating from Naples, Pasta alla Carcerata is a dish with humble beginnings, often associated with the prison system where simple, accessible ingredients were used to create hearty meals. It reflects the resourcefulness of Italian cooking, transforming basic pantry items into a flavorful dish. Today, it is enjoyed in homes across Italy and beyond, often adapted with variations in ingredients.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
350 g paccheri
3 salsicce
mezza cipolla
300 g passata di pomodoro
150 g panna da cucina
100 ml latte
200 ml olio di girasole
sale q.b.
prezzemolo q.b.

canned tomatoes

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: fresh tomatoes

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: crushed tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can enhance flavor while crushed tomatoes are often less expensive.

black olives

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: green olives

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canned black olives

Green olives provide a different flavor profile while canned black olives are usually cheaper.

grated cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: parmesan cheese

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free option while parmesan can be more affordable.

olive oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, but vegetable oil is often cheaper.

1

Cook the paccheri according to package instructions until al dente.

2

In a pan, heat the olive oil and sautรฉ the chopped onion until translucent.

3

Add the sausages to the pan, breaking them apart as they cook.

4

Once the sausages are browned, add the passata di pomodoro and stir well.

5

If using, add the brandy or white wine and let it simmer for a few minutes.

6

Stir in the panna da cucina and milk, mixing until combined.

7

Season with salt to taste and add chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautรฉingboiling

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutenmilk

Also Known As

Prison PastaPasta alla Carcerata di Napoli
Local Name: Pasta alla Carcerata

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