Sausage & Rabe Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the broccoli rabe thoroughly and trim the ends. If the stems are thick, consider slicing them in half lengthwise to ensure even cooking. Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
2
Cook the Pasta
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

3
Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the Italian sausage. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into smaller pieces with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
4
Add Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes
Once the sausage is cooked, add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not burned.
5
Add Broccoli Rabe
Add the prepared broccoli rabe to the skillet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and black pepper, and toss everything together. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the broccoli rabe is tender and bright green.
6
Combine Pasta and Sauce
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sausage and broccoli rabe. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach the desired sauce consistency. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.

7
Plate and Garnish
Serve the sausage and rabe pasta in bowls. If desired, sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.