Ingredients

  • Kosher salt
  • 12 ounces spaghetti
  • 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3/4 pound sweet or spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 1 8 -ounce package sliced mixed mushrooms
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • Shredded parmesan cheese, for topping (optional)

Method

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
  • Add the spaghetti and cook as the label directs.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup cooking water, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil to the skillet and increase the heat to medium high.
  • Add the mushrooms, season with salt and pepper and cook until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and rosemary and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Return the sausage to the skillet, then add the cream and 1 cup water; bring to a gentle simmer and cook until slightly thickened, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the spaghetti to the skillet and toss with the sauce, adding some of the reserved cooking water to loosen, if needed.
  • Top with shredded parmesan, if desired.
  • Per serving: Calories 705; Fat 38 g (Saturated 14 g); Cholesterol 85 mg; Sodium 792 mg; Carbohydrate 68 g; Fiber 4 g; Protein 26 g
  • Photograph by Antonis Achilleos