Jul 13 2026
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Orecchiette E Salsiccia Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Sweet italian sausage, broccoli rabe, cannellini beans, aglio e olio fresh mozzarella, marinara, basil, parmigiano reggiano

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook the Orecchiette

    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orecchiette pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Sausage

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Remove the casings from the Italian sausage and add the sausage meat to the skillet. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Garlic and Broccoli Rabe

    Add the sliced garlic to the skillet with the sausage and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the chopped broccoli rabe and cook for another 3-4 minutes until wilted.

  4. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Add the drained cannellini beans, marinara sauce, and reserved pasta water to the skillet. Stir to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Mix in Orecchiette and Cheese

    Add the cooked orecchiette pasta to the skillet, stirring gently to combine. Fold in the cubed fresh mozzarella and allow it to melt slightly.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil leaves, and serve the dish in bowls. Top with grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Enjoy!

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