Broccoli and Sausage Orecchiette

• For 4 people
• Preparation time : 30 minutes
• Difficulty (0 to 5) : 2

Ingredients

• Orecchiette Pasta
  • Orecchiette pasta : 8 ounces
  • Salt : 1 teaspoon
  • Olive oil : 1 tablespoon
• Broccoli and Sausage Sauce
  • Italian sausage (casings removed) : 8 ounces
  • Broccoli florets : 2 cups
  • Garlic (minced) : 3 cloves
  • Red pepper flakes : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Chicken broth : 1/2 cup
  • Parmesan cheese (grated) : 1/2 cup
  • Salt : 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper : 1/4 teaspoon

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Steps

• Cook the Pasta
• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
• Add the orecchiette pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
• Drain the pasta and set aside.
• Prepare the Sauce
• In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through.
• Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet and cook for an additional minute.
• Add the broccoli florets and chicken broth to the skillet.
• Cover the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender.
• Combine the Pasta and Sauce
• Add the cooked orecchiette pasta to the skillet with the sausage and broccoli.
• Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
• Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
• Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until everything is well combined and heated through.
• Serve the broccoli and sausage orecchiette hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.

Tips

• You can use spicy Italian sausage for an extra kick of flavor.
• Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to the sauce for added variety.

Information

• Orecchiette is a type of pasta that is shaped like small ears, which is perfect for holding the sauce and ingredients in this dish.
• This recipe is a great way to incorporate broccoli into your meal in a delicious and satisfying way.