Fusilli Bucati with Radicchio Cream

Fusilli bucati with radicchio cream are a delicious and easy-to-make dish. Here’s how to prepare them:

Ingredients

• 320 grams of fusilli bucati
• 200 grams of red radicchio
• 1 clove of garlic
• 250 ml of cooking cream
• 50 grams of grated Parmesan
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Nutmeg (optional)

Preparation

1. Start by washing the radicchio, drying it and cutting it into thin strips.
2. In a pan, sauté a clove of garlic in extra virgin olive oil, then add the cut radicchio.
3. Let the radicchio wilt over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Afterwards, remove the garlic clove.
4. Add the cooking cream to the radicchio, mix well and let it cook until the cream has slightly reduced and thickened. At this point, you can add a pinch of nutmeg, if you like.
5. Meanwhile, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the fusilli bucati following the times indicated on the package to achieve an al dente cooking.
6. Drain the pasta reserving a bit of cooking water, and transfer it to the pan with the radicchio cream.
7. Add the grated Parmesan and mix the pasta well with the cream, adding a bit of cooking water if necessary to make the sauce creamier.
8. Taste and adjust salt and pepper according to your taste.
9. Serve the fusilli bucati with radicchio cream hot, with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan if desired.

Interesting Facts

Radicchio, in addition to giving a touch of color and a slightly bitter flavor that pairs well with the sweetness of the cream, is rich in antioxidants and has digestive properties. This dish represents an excellent way to appreciate this winter vegetable in a creamy and comforting context.

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