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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sausage and Greens
Method
Prepare the Pasta
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil.
- 2
Cook Cavatelli
Add the cavatelli pasta to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
- 3
Reserve Pasta Water
Before draining, reserve about 1 cup of pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Cook Sausage and Greens
- 4
Cook Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the hot Italian sausage. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into pieces with a spoon, about 7-10 minutes.
- 5
Prepare Broccoli Rabe
While the sausage is cooking, wash and trim the broccoli rabe. Cut it into smaller pieces.
- 6
- 7
Add Broccoli Rabe
Add the broccoli rabe to the skillet along with the olive oil and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the greens are tender.
Combine and Serve
- 8
Mix Pasta and Sausage
Add the drained cavatelli to the skillet with the sausage and broccoli rabe. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired sauce consistency.
- 9
Season
Season with black pepper to taste. Serve hot, drizzled with a bit more olive oil if desired.
