Orechiette Recipe
Sweet Italian Sausage, Broccoli Rabe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Cook the Orecchiette
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the orecchiette pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Prepare the Sausage
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sweet Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Garlic and Broccoli Rabe
Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet with the sausage, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant. Then add the chopped broccoli rabe (trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces) and sauté for about 3-5 minutes, until tender.
Combine Ingredients
Add the cooked orecchiette to the skillet, tossing to combine. If the mixture seems dry, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve
Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.