Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil
1 red pepper, chopped (about 1 ½ cups)
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp ground fennel or 1 tsp fennel seeds (optional - see note below)
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 lb ground hot or sweet sausage (or a mix of both)
¼ cup dry white wine
16 oz marinara sauce
4 cups water, divided
8 oz short pasta shapes
6 tbsp heavy cream
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
