Best 8 Pasta With Sausage And Broccoli Rabe Recipes

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Pasta with sausage and broccoli rabe is a classic Italian dish that is both delicious and easy to make. The combination of savory sausage, bitter broccoli rabe, and creamy pasta is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. This dish is a great way to use up leftover sausage, and it can also be made with fresh or frozen broccoli rabe.

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PASTA WITH BROCCOLI RABE AND SAUSAGE



Pasta with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Number Of Ingredients 10

Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed and washed
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, crushed and peeled
2 shallots, crushed and peeled
8 ounces sweet Italian sausage, casing removed
1 1/2 cups canned low-sodium chicken stock
1/2 pound pasta, such as campanelle
1/8 teaspoon crushed red-pepper flakes
1/2 cup freshly grated Grana Padana cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Add salt and broccoli rabe to the boiling water. Cook until just tender. Drain, and transfer to ice bath. When cool, drain, and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and shallots; cook until just golden. Add sausage; saute, breaking up with the back of a spoon, until cooked through. Add broccoli rabe and stock. Cook until heated through.
  • Into the same large pot, add pasta; cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain.
  • Add pasta to skillet; toss to combine. Season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper. Sprinkle with cheese; toss to combine. Serve immediately.

PASTA WITH SPICY SAUSAGE, BROCCOLI RABE AND CHICKPEAS



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In this hearty weeknight pasta recipe, chickpeas contribute an earthy, nutty flavor to the classic combination of sausage and broccoli rabe. The addition of Parmesan, butter, and lemon juice just before serving balances the heat from the sausage with a bit of richness, creating a bright and flavorful sauce in the process. This pasta is incredibly versatile: You can use any sturdy greens or even broccoli in place of the broccoli rabe, and feel free to swap in whatever pasta shape and canned beans you have on hand. You can even substitute sweet Italian sausage or ground pork or turkey for the sausage in a pinch; add about 1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes to give this dish its spicy kick.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories     dinner, easy, weeknight, beans, meat, pastas, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and black pepper
1 1/2 pounds broccoli rabe or broccoli, chopped, tough stems discarded, or hearty greens like kale or escarole
1 pound shaped pasta, such as campanelle or orecchiette
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound hot Italian sausage, casings removed, or sweet Italian sausage, ground pork or turkey
3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken stock
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas or other white beans, rinsed and drained
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup grated Parmesan or pecorino, plus more for serving
1 lemon, zested and juiced

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Roughly chop the broccoli rabe, add it to the pot, and cook for 3 minutes. Use a sieve or slotted spoon to lift the broccoli rabe from the water and place it in a colander to drain.
  • Bring the water back to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserve 1 cup pasta water, then drain pasta.
  • Meanwhile, in a large Dutch oven or deep, 12-inch skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, 3 to 5 minutes. (Don't worry if the sausage is not completely cooked through.) Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the wine and cook, scraping any bits from the bottom of the pan, until the wine is reduced by half, about 1 minute.
  • Add the broccoli rabe, chickpeas, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the sausage is cooked through and the broccoli rabe is very tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the pasta and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water, toss well, and cook over low heat until the sauce comes together, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add additional pasta water, a few tablespoons at a time, if needed for moisture.
  • Remove the pan from the heat, add the butter, Parmesan, lemon zest and lemon juice, and toss until the butter is melted. Divide pasta among shallow bowls and top with additional cheese sprinkled on top.

PENNE WITH SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE



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Hot Italian sausage with broccoli rabe sauteed and served over penne. You'll love this dish so much and so will your family. Every time I make it I have to double the recipe.

Provided by shannon

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) box penne pasta
1 pound hot Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 pound broccoli rabe, cut into 1 1/2-inch lengths
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup pasta boiling water
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the penne, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink, reserving 1/2 cup of the water.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir the sausage pieces, garlic, and red pepper flakes in the hot pan until the sausage is no longer pink on the outside, about 4 minutes. Stir in the broccoli rabe and 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese. Pour in the reserved 1/2 cup of pasta boiling water. Cover, and cook until the sausage is no longer pink in the center and the broccoli rabe is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir the cooked pasta, broccoli rabe, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese together until evenly mixed. Season to taste with salt and pepper to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.7 g, Cholesterol 34.1 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 733.5 mg, Sugar 4 g

ONE-POT SPICY SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pot Spicy Sausage And Broccoli Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

This one-pot pasta has it all - protein, vegetables, carbs, and a spicy kick! Cooking the pasta in chicken stock and rendered sausage fat gives it tons of flavor, while the starches from the pasta combine with the stock and Parmesan to make a glossy sauce.

Provided by Chris Salicrup

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb spicy italian sausage, casing removed
1 lb broccoli florets
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 lb rigatoni
4 cups chicken stock
½ cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned, breaking up with a wooden spoon, about 8 minutes.
  • Add the broccoli, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper and stir to combine.
  • Add the pasta and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring constantly, until the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is tender. Add the Parmesan and stir to incorporate.
  • Divide the pasta between serving bowls and garnish with more Parmesan.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1647 calories, Carbohydrate 152 grams, Fat 96 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 37 grams, Sugar 14 grams

BROCCOLI RABE AND SAUSAGE PASTA



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Flavorful, easy, and great for either a quick weeknight meal or serving guests, this broccoli rabe and sausage pasta recipe cooks in under 30 minutes.

Provided by Sara Quessenberry

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound orecchiette
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
0.13 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 bunch broccoli rabe
4 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1 cup grated Parmesan (4 ounces)
Kosher salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Drain and return it to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's no longer pink, 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook 1 minute.
  • Add the broth and red pepper and bring to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe and simmer, covered, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Stir in the butter and Parmesan and cook, uncovered, until the sauce thickens slightly, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Toss the pasta with the sausage mixture and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 589 kcal, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Protein 35 mg, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 929 mg, Fat 23 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE



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Tips: Cook the broccoli rabe the night before and you'll be way ahead. Whatever you do, read the recipe through start to finish before you get started. It's a little out of the ordinary but relatively painless. Cook off the garlic and sausage up to one hour ahead and let it sit in the pan until you're ready to finish the dish.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed of damaged leaves
1 pound orecchiette or other pasta noodle
2 tablespoons water
4 to 5 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 pound Italian sausage, cut into quarter-inch slices
Salt
1 cup coarse, seasoned bread crumbs, toasted, optional garnish
Pecorino Romano or Parmesan, optional garnish

Steps:

  • Cut the broccoli rabe into 3 to 4 inch pieces, discarding the stems. In a large pot of rapidly boiling water, blanch the broccoli rabe until tender and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes. Before you drain broccoli rabe, reserve 1 cup of cooking liquid. Drain and rinse the broccoli rabe with cold water until it has cooled off. Spread it out on a towel to finish draining.
  • Meanwhile, cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling water according to package directions until al dente.
  • While the pasta is cooking, place 2 tablespoons of water into a cold skillet with garlic and sausage and then turn heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is golden and sausage is cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Pour reserved broccoli water into pan with sausage.
  • When the pasta is cooked, drain it and place back in pot you cooked it in and season with salt. Pour sausage sauce over pasta and stir in cooked broccoli rabe. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve immediately.
  • If the Queen's coming to dinner: Garnish with fresh bread crumbs and/or freshly grated pecorino Romano or parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calorie, Fat 12.2 grams, SaturatedFat 4.4 grams, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 16 grams

ADRIANA'S PASTA WITH SAUSAGE, CANNELLINI BEAN, AND BROCCOLI RABE



Adriana's Pasta With Sausage, Cannellini Bean, and Broccoli Rabe image

You need to try it with fresh Italian flavors from http://www.cookiesfromitaly.com/recipes/pasta_sausage_beans_broccoli_rabe.htm

Provided by thorntonspartan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 1/2 ounces dry pasta (any shape)
8 ounces hot Italian sausage, casings removed
19 ounces cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups broccoli rabe (1-inch pieces)
1/4 cup chicken broth
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Directions:.
  • Cook pasta according to instructions.
  • Rinse with cold water, drain, and set aside.
  • Crumble sausage into a large skillet on medium heat. When it starts to release oils, mix in beans.
  • When sausage looks close to cooked, stir in broccoli rabe.
  • Season a little bit of salt and pepper.
  • When broccoli rabe is wilted, add pasta and chicken broth.
  • Turn up to high heat and stir around for about 1 minute, or until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Season again to taste.
  • Makes 2 to 3 servings.
  • That's it!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.4, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 21.6, Sodium 754.4, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 2.6, Protein 14.9

SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI RABE' OVER PASTA



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After making "Tony Luke's" Roast Pork Sandwich so many times, I thought I'd come up with something to try to top it as far as my family was concerned, well this did the trick! For the pasta, use something substantial, like a GOOD oriccheti, or frozen cavetelli. (p.s. this recipe doubles or triples easily for crowds... and it is a CROWD PLEASER!)

Provided by CHRISSYG

Categories     Pork

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb sausage (Sweet Italian)
1/2 lb rapini (broccoli rabe')
1 lb frozen pasta (such as cavetelli or orichetti)
1 -2 garlic clove
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons locatelli cheese, grated
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Bring two large pots of salted water to a boil.
  • While the water is heating, remove sausage from casings (if you can't find Italian sausage bulk)heat a large frying pan over medium heat and place sausage in the pan, breaking into bite sized pieces while cooking.
  • Cook sausage till nicely browned, (reserve).
  • Cut off stems from Broccoli Rabe and place in boiling water.
  • Boil your pasta of choice only cut back on time from the package directions by 1-2 minutes.
  • Thinly slice 1-2 cloves of garlic, and place in a small sauce pan with the olive oil (and pepper flakes if desired).
  • Cook garlic till lightly toasted (be careful! Don't burn it).
  • When broccoli rabe is tender resesrve about 1 cup of the cooking liquid and drain the broccoli.
  • Use the cooking liquid from the broccoli rabe to deglaze the frying pan with the sausage.
  • Return the drained broccoli to the pot, add the sausage and the cooked pasta.
  • Add Olive oil with garlic and the cheese and toss together.
  • simmer all ingredients together for about 1-2 minutes (to allow flavors to marry).
  • serve with extra cheese for sprinkling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 888.9, Fat 44.7, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 1057.8, Carbohydrate 89.7, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 30.3

Tips:

  • For maximum flavor, use a good quality Italian sausage. If you can't find Italian sausage, you can substitute another type of sausage, such as kielbasa or chorizo.
  • Broccoli rabe can be bitter, so it's important to blanch it before using. Blanching helps to remove the bitterness and tenderize the greens.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the sausage and broccoli rabe. If you do, the food will steam instead of fry, and it won't develop as much flavor.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to your liking. If you like it spicy, add more red pepper flakes. If you don't like it spicy, omit the red pepper flakes altogether.
  • Serve the pasta with grated Parmesan cheese and a side of crusty bread.

Conclusion:

This pasta with sausage and broccoli rabe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The sausage and broccoli rabe are both flavorful and hearty, and the pasta provides a satisfying base. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table. It's also a great way to use up any leftover sausage or broccoli rabe that you might have.

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