Categories: Pasta
Ingredients
- 2 bunches leeks, whites only
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
- 2 tbsp chopped thyme
- 1 lb Farfalle pasta
- salt and pepper
Directions
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Bring a large pot of water to boiling, then salt.
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Slice leeks in half lengthwise, then into 1-inch thick slices. Wash thoroughly and drain.
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Place sausages in a non-stick pan over medium heat, and cook until well browned on outside and done on the inside, about 15 minutes.
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Remove from pan, slice into 1/2-inch pieces, and set aside. Heat olive oil in same pan and saute leeks until caramelized, about 20 minutes.
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Add sliced sausages and any accumulated juices, parsley, basil and thyme to leeks and hold on low heat to keep warm.
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Place pasta in boiling water and cook al dente. Set aside about 1 cup of cooking water and drain thoroughly.
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Return drained pasta to pot, add leek-sausage mixture and half the cooking water that has been set aside. Cook for additional 2-3 minutes. Adjust pepper to taste.