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Pasta alla Zozzona Recipe

Salty goodness of Amatriciana, the creamy decadence of Carbonara, and the cheesy simplicity of Cacio e Pepe—all in one bite.
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Pasta alla Zozzona Recipe
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Active Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 12 oz rigatoni
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium shallots chopped
  • 1 LB Italian Sausage
  • 6 oz pancetta cubed
  • 1 can whole tomatoes 14 oz can
  • 3 egg yolks
  • cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water before draining.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the shallots and sauté for 1-2 minutes until translucent. Stir in the sausage and pancetta, cooking for 5-6 minutes while breaking the sausage into smaller pieces.
  • Add the whole peeled tomatoes, breaking them apart with a spoon as they cook. Let the sauce simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens. Season with salt to taste.
  • While the sauce is simmering, whisk the egg yolks and together in a bowl to form a thick paste. Gradually add ¼ cup of the reserved pasta water, stirring until smooth. Set aside.
  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sauce, along with ½ cup of the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together to coat the pasta evenly.
  • Remove the skillet from the heat and quickly stir in the egg yolk mixture, tossing vigorously for 30 seconds to create a creamy sauce. Add more pasta water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
  • Serve immediately, topped with extra grated Parmesan for garnish. Enjoy!
Servings: 4