Use a fresh, spicy sausage here to complement the creamy bean puree and sweet fennel. Added just minutes before serving, thinly sliced squash melts into the pasta without losing its shape and texture.

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Seasoning, mostly. Products labeled "Italian sausage" in the U.S. tend to have fennel as the dominant flavor ... To melt the cheese on top of the patties without overcooking the meat, add a ...