Best Easy Corzetti al Sugo di Noci Recipe

Stamped coin-shaped Ligurian pasta dressed in creamy walnut sauce is edible artistry. A vegetarian mediterranean dish rich in healthy fats and protein, perfect for a family dinner.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 510 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Corzetti pasta 12 oz
  • Walnuts 1 cup
  • Fresh parsley 3 tbsp
  • Whole milk 1 cup
  • Parmesan cheese 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Olive oil 2 tbsp
  • Garlic cloves 2 pieces
  • Salt 1 tsp
  • Black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • Nutmeg 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 59 g 46%
Protein 15 g 12%
Fat 26 g 42%
Serving size 220g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add Corzetti pasta and cook until just al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining.

  2. 2

    While pasta cooks, toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly fragrant but not burned.

  3. 3

    In a blender, combine toasted walnuts, garlic cloves, parsley, milk, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper. Blend until a creamy, slightly textured sauce forms.

  4. 4

    Return drained pasta to the pot. Over low heat, pour in walnut sauce and mix gently, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until the sauce evenly coats each coin-shaped Corzetti.

  5. 5

    Cook over low heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring continuously and monitoring moisture—avoid overheating to prevent curdling. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley if desired.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
Walnuts are the heart of Corzetti al Sugo di Noci. Their creamy texture and rich flavor form the basis of the luscious sauce, offering both culinary authenticity and nutritional value. Combined with corzetti pasta and Parmesan, they set this Ligurian dish apart.
Q. How should I control heat during the walnut sauce step?
When blending the walnut sauce and later warming it with pasta, keep heat low. High heat can split the sauce or curdle the milk and cheese. Gently heat and stir continuously to maintain a smooth, creamy consistency.
Q. How do I prevent the pasta from becoming mushy or dry?
Cook corzetti just until al dente, then combine with sauce off direct heat, adding reserved pasta water gradually. This balances moisture and keeps the pasta tender—not mushy or dry—while preserving the sauce's silkiness.
Q. How many calories and how much protein are in each serving?
Each serving of Best Easy Corzetti al Sugo di Noci Recipe provides about 510 kcal, 15g protein, 59g carbohydrates, and 26g fat. The protein-to-carb ratio is approximately 12% protein to 46% carbs, with healthy fats playing a major role in the dish's nutrition.
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