Sardinian gnocchetti with sausage and asparagus

Name: Sardinian gnocchetti with sausage and asparagus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Gnocchetti Sardi pasta 11.3 oz; Sausage 9 oz; Asparagus to clean 5.3 oz; Fresh liquid cream ½ cup; Shallot 1; Mint to taste; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

Gnocchetti sardi with sausage and asparagus? Oh man, it’s like a spring party in Northern Italy! You know how asparagus has that tender and bright vibe? It pops up in markets ready to amp up any meal with its seasonal flair. And look, this gnocchetti sardi recipe is the real deal—those little ridged pasta pieces just soak up the creamy sauce made with crumbled sausage and tender asparagus. Honestly, each bite is a really really good mix of rich and fresh flavors. Italians are all about seasonal produce, and this dish? Perfect example, for sure.

While asparagus often finds its way into risottos or savory pies in Northern Italy, pairing it with sausage in a Sardinian pasta dish is something else entirely. The greens and hearty sausage strike a unique balance—light enough to let the sweet asparagus notes shine next to the salty sausage. Which is great. And the creamy texture pulls it all together. Dishes like this highlight the heart of Italian cooking: simple, everyday meals that are steeped in tradition.

Plus, with sausage and asparagus pasta, you get that taste of Sardinian tradition mixed with Northern Italy's spring veggie love. Imagine a family sitting around the table, enjoying a casual meal with bowls of this easy Italian pasta recipe, steaming and aromatic from fresh herbs. The gnocchetti, known as malloreddus, are just perfectly chewy to hold that moist, flavorful sauce. Seriously good. Even if you haven't made homemade gnocchetti sardi before, it’s all about simplicity—plenty of flavor, few ingredients.

If you're looking for an earthy, comforting pasta that feels both traditional and new, this gnocchetti sardi recipe nails it. Whether for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering, it's a dish that brings warmth and authenticity to the table, showcasing the beautiful harmony of fresh asparagus and savory sausage.

How to prepare Sardinian gnocchetti with sausage and asparagus

To prepare the Sardinian gnocchetti with asparagus and sausage, first, peel the shallot and slice it thinly 1. Cut the sausage into small pieces 2. Now wash the asparagus and remove the woody part of the stem 3.

Cut the stem into rings 4 and the tips in half 5. Heat the oil in a pan, add the sliced shallot 6, and sauté over moderate heat.

Add the sausage and brown it for a moment 7, then also add the asparagus 8. Let it cook for about 5 minutes and in the meantime, put a pot filled with salted water on the stove that will be used to cook the gnocchetti. When the water boils, cook the pasta al dente 9.

Thin the sauce with a ladle of cooking water 10. Continue to cook until it is dry, then salt and add the cream 11. Drain the gnocchetti into the sauce 12 and toss them until a creamy consistency is reached.

Add pepper 13 and fresh mint 14 and serve the Sardinian gnocchetti with sausage and asparagus hot 15.

Storage

We recommend consuming the Sardinian gnocchetti with sausage and asparagus immediately; if there are leftovers, store them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for a couple of days.