Best 8 Hearty Sausage And Broccoli Rabe Casserole Recipes

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Hearty Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Casserole is a delectable dish that combines the savory flavors of sausage, the bitterness of broccoli rabe, and the creamy richness of a cheesy sauce. This casserole is a perfect comfort food for a cold winter night or a quick and easy weeknight meal. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 large bundle broccoli rabe, about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 pounds
Salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound bulk Italian hot or sweet sausage

Steps:

  • Trim ends of the broccoli rabe and cut into 3-inch pieces.
  • Bring 2 inches water to a boil in a high sided skillet. Salt the water. Add the broccoli rabe and simmer 10 minutes, drain. Return skillet to the stove and heat extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage, brown and crumble 6 to 7 minutes. Add the broccoli rabe and stir to combine.

BROCCOLI RABE AND SAUSAGE



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This is a family recipe that is quite simple and quick. Good buffet table dish. For a crowd just increase amounts of ingredients as needed. Serve on rolls or with crusty Italian Bread.

Provided by ELEANOR1052

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed
1 tablespoon salt
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 pound fennel sausage links, cut into pieces
2 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place broccoli rabe and salt in a large pot of boiling water. Cook 12 minutes, or until stems are tender. Drain, reserving 1 cup of liquid.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, and cook sausage 10 minutes, or until evenly browned.
  • Remove sausage from saucepan. Stir garlic into saucepan, and cook approximately 30 seconds. Place broccoli rabe and reserved cup of liquid in pan, and mix in 1/2 the lemon juice. Return sausage to pan, and allow the mixture to simmer approximately 10 minutes. Mix in remaining olive oil and lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 43.1 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1295.4 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

HOT ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE FRITTATA



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This is a substantial baked frittata that feeds a small crowd. Filled with spicy Italian sausage, flavorful greens and four kinds of cheese, it tastes best at room temperature, and it's perfect for a weekend late breakfast or any time of day.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     breakfast, brunch, main course

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound broccoli rabe, tough stem ends removed
3/4 pound hot Italian sausage, loose or in links
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
Salt and black pepper
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons roughly chopped rosemary
1 1/2 cups ricotta
3 ounces grated provolone (about 1 1/4 cup)
3 ounces grated Parmesan (about 3/4 cup)
4 ounces grated smoked mozzarella (about 1 1/2 cup)
10 eggs, lightly beaten and seasoned with salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add broccoli rabe and cook for 1 minute, just to wilt, then remove, rinse with cold water and drain. Roughly chop greens, then squeeze to remove excess water and set aside.
  • Heat a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage (remove casings from links first) and cook, stirring and mashing, until sausage is in large, well-browned crumbled pieces, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove cooked sausage, blot on paper towels, and set aside.
  • Add olive oil to skillet. When oil is hot, add onion and cook, stirring, until softened and lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Season well with salt and pepper, then add garlic and rosemary and cook for 1 minute more. Turn off heat and stir in chopped greens and reserved sausage. Let mixture cool in pan.
  • Spoon dabs of ricotta over greens mixture, then sprinkle evenly with provolone, Parmesan and mozzarella. Pour seasoned eggs over, tilting pan to distribute.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until top is golden and eggs are no longer runny at the center. (Use a skewer or paring knife to check; residual heat will continue to cook frittata as it cools.) Let cool at least 15 minutes, then cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 486, UnsaturatedFat 17 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 17 grams, Sodium 844 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI BAKE



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I make this easy meat and veggie bake often because it provides plenty of delicious leftovers for later. My fiance and I love broccoli, so this hearty recipe pleases us both. it would go over big as a featured entree for a brunch buffet.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups frozen chopped broccoli
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
3 cups seasoned salad croutons
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of broccoli soup, undiluted
1-1/3 cups whole milk
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions

Steps:

  • Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain and set aside. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the broccoli, croutons and cheese. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, soup and milk. Pour over sausage mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with French-fried onions. Bake for 3-5 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532 calories, Fat 39g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 1152mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

HEARTY SAUSAGE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Hearty Sausage Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Pork

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb pork sausage
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup minced onion
3 cups cooked rice
2 cups chopped peeled tomatoes
10 ounces frozen corn
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon parsley
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 1/2 cups soft breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Cook sausage until no longer pink; add green and red peppers and onion.
  • Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add the next 9 ingredients; mix well.
  • Place in greased 3 qt casserole.
  • Mix crumbs and butter; sprinkle on top.
  • Bake at 350* for 40 minutes.

HEARTY SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE CASSEROLE



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A medley of sausage, broccoli rabe, mushrooms, and white beans makes a warm and satisfying main dish. Serve on its own or plate over a bed of pasta (such as bowties or fusilli).

Provided by Jeffrey MacNair

Categories     Everyday Cooking

Time 1h8m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound hot Italian sausage, casings removed
½ yellow onion, coarsely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 (8 ounce) package sliced baby bella mushrooms
1 cup chicken broth
1 bunch broccoli rabe, coarsely chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place sausage in an oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium heat; cook and stir until crumbled and browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer sausage to serving plate, reserving drippings in the pot. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir sausage, cannellini beans, mushrooms, and chicken broth into the pot. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Remove from heat. Place all broccoli rabe on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, covered, until broccoli rabe wilts, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven; stir well and season with salt and pepper. Continue baking until flavors combine, about 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 826.3 mg, Sugar 2 g

SAUSAGE, MOZZARELLA, AND BROCCOLI RABE WITH SHELLS



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Delicious and convenient, this baked-pasta dish is an irresistible all-in-one dinner. You can substitute a mild sausage, such as sweet Italian, for the spicy variety. If you can't find broccoli rabe, use regular broccoli and increase boiling time to 1 minute.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 sprigs thyme
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 garlic cloves, chopped
3 links spicy Italian sausage (3/4 pound total), casings removed
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 can (28 ounces) whole peeled tomatoes
8 ounces medium shell pasta
1 bunch broccoli rabe (about 1 pound), trimmed and coarsely chopped
6 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden brown, 15 minutes (reduce heat if browning too quickly).
  • Add garlic and sausage. Cook, breaking meat up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, 30 seconds. Add tomatoes, breaking them up with spoon. Cook sauce until slightly thickened, 5 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Discard thyme.
  • Meanwhile, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta 4 minutes less than package instructions. Add broccoli rabe to pot and cook 15 seconds. Drain pasta and broccoli rabe and return to pot. Stir in sausage mixture. Transfer to a 3-quart baking dish or divide among four 16-ounce gratin dishes. Top with mozzarella and Parmesan. Bake until cheese has melted and liquid is bubbling, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637 g, Fat 26 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 39 g

SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE SANDWICH



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Categories     Bread     Sandwich     Sausage     Broccoli     Broccoli Rabe

Yield makes two 6-inch sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 pound sweet Italian sausage without fennel seeds, removed from casing (about 3 sausages)
1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed, tough stems peeled
1/4 teaspoon peperoncino flakes
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Two 6-inch lengths Italian bread, split and lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the sausage, and cook, breaking into small crumbles with the back of a wooden spoon, until sausage is browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the broccoli rabe, peperoncino, and salt, and stir. Cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli rabe is tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add a few tablespoons of water to the skillet if necessary.
  • Place Italian bread on plates, and top with the sausage and broccoli rabe. Serve hot.

Helpful Cooking Hacks:

  • Read the recipe carefully before beginning, taking special note of the ingredients and the sequence of steps.
  • Use fresh ingredients. The quality of your ingredients will directly affect the quality of your dish.
  • Be sure to measure your ingredients carefully, especially when working with dry ingredients.
  • Use quality cookware. The type of cookware you use can also impact the results of your cooking.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. Once you have mastered a recipe, feel free to experiment with different ingredients or cooking techniques to create your unique dish.

Conclusion:

The hearty sausage and broccoli rabe casserole is a delicious and comforting dish perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of the sausage, broccoli rabe, and cheese is a classic, and the creamy, decadent bechamel is the perfect addition to this dish. This casserole is sure to become a favorite in your home and is sure to impress your guests!

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