Use a slotted spoon to remove them and set aside. Do not discard the water. Cook the Pasta: In the same boiling water, add the fresh orecchiette and cook until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta ...

Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, salt, black pepper ...