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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Broccoli Rabe
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe and cook for about 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
- 2
Cook the Pasta
In the same pot of boiling water, add the orecchiette pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- 3
Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Remove the sausage from its casing and crumble it into the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Sauté Garlic and Combine
Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet with the sausage. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the blanched broccoli rabe and cooked orecchiette to the skillet. Toss to combine.
- 5
Adjust Consistency
If the mixture seems dry, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Serve
Remove from heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, garnished with extra cheese if desired.
