POPS & MIMI

Another tested winner for Pops & Mimi.

I usually don’t like creamy sauces but the sappron makes it special & delicious. penne with sausage and saffron

Fine sea salt to taste • 1/8 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil • 1 cup thinly sliced onion (from 1 medium) • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves • 3/4 pound sweet Italian sausage • 1 cup heavy cream • 1 pound penne Instructions Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Meanwhile, combine 1 tablespoon water and saffron in a small bowl; set aside. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and thyme; cook, stirring frequently, until onion is softened, about 4 minutes, then add sausage and cook, breaking up sausage into small bits with a wooden spoon, until sausage is mostly cooked through, about 6 minutes. Add cream, saffron mixture and generous pinch salt; bring to a simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm. Add pasta to the boiling water and cook until al dente. Drain, then transfer to a large bowl; immediately add cream mixture and toss to combine. Adjust seasoning and serve immediately.