Easy Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli Recipe

This simple yet delicious recipe combines orecchiette pasta, savory sausage, and fresh broccoli to create a hearty and satisfying meal. Perfect for a family dinner or a quick weeknight meal.

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Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 35

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

▢ 8 oz orecchiette pasta
▢ 12 oz Italian sausage casings removed
▢ 4 cups broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces
▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
▢ 3 cloves garlic minced
▢ 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
▢ 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
▢ 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
▢ 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

Preparation Steps

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orecchiette pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the garlic and red pepper flakes to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes, until bright green and just tender.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sausage and broccoli. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and the cheese is melted.
Serve immediately, with additional Parmesan cheese on the side if desired.

Notes

Feel free to add more red pepper flakes if you like your pasta with a little extra kick. You can also substitute the Italian sausage with turkey sausage for a leaner version.

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