Description
Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender ear-shaped pasta with savory sausage and vibrant broccoli. This easy-to-make dish bursts with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. With hearty ingredients and a delightful aroma, Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz orecchiette pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy, sliced)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, chop broccoli into small florets, and mince garlic.
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook orecchiette for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook sliced sausage for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and broccoli florets; sauté until fragrant and tender.
- Add drained orecchiette and reserved pasta water to the skillet; mix well for 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg