Description
Ziti alla Zozzona is a creamy, indulgent Italian pasta dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. With al dente ziti enveloped in a rich sauce made from Italian ground sausage, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this recipe is perfect for family dinners or friendly gatherings. Each forkful delivers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will have everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to impress with this easy-to-make comfort food classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz medium ziti pasta
- 1 lb Italian ground sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the ziti pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground sausage, breaking it up as it cooks (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and stir well.
- Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese into the sauce until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked ziti to the skillet and toss until evenly coated in sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg