Broccoli Rabe & Sausage Recipe

Make the Pizza Sauce

In a saucepan over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the saucepan. Stir to combine.

Simmer the sauce for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and set aside.

Prepare the Broccoli Rabe

In a large pot of boiling salted water, blanch the chopped broccoli rabe for 2-3 minutes, then drain and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.

Sauté the Sausage

In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.

Assemble the Pizza

On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Spread a generous amount of the prepared pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Evenly distribute the sautéed broccoli rabe and sliced sausage over the sauce, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top.

Bake the Pizza

Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or pizza stone. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Cool and Serve

Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy!