Description
Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli is a comforting Italian dish that perfectly marries savory sausage, fresh broccoli, and ear-shaped pasta. This simple yet flavorful recipe is an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. With its delightful aroma and vibrant colors, this meal will warm your heart and impress your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Orecchiette Pasta
- 1 lb Italian Sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 2 cups Fresh Broccoli florets
- 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
Instructions
- Cook the Orecchiette in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water and drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and crumble in the sausage. Cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute before adding broccoli florets. Cook until bright green and tender.
- Combine the drained Orecchiette with the sausage and broccoli mixture in the skillet. Toss together, adding reserved pasta water gradually to create a sauce-like consistency.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and evenly combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg