ORECCHIETTE WITH BROCCOLI RABE AND SPICY SAUSAGE

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Orecchiette With Broccoli Rabe and Spicy Sausage image

This pasta dish is from the Last Supper Club in San Francisco. Orecchiette means "little ears" and this pasta is sturdy enough to support the hearty sauce. If you are unable to find orecchiette you can use Farfalle.

Provided by cookiedog

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons salt
1 1/2 lbs broccoli rabe, coarsely chopped (3 bunches)
10 ounces orecchiette (preferably Rustichella brand)
1 lb hot Italian sausage link (3 links)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chicken stock
1 1/2 ounces finely grated pecorino romano cheese (I use Asiago cheese)
1/2 lemon
1 1/2 tablespoons very crunchy toasted breadcrumbs (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil with the salt. Add the broccoli rabe and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, or until soft. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  • Return the same pot of water to a boil, add the orecchiette and cook for 10 minutes, or until slightly undercooked. Drain, reserving the cooking water.
  • Split the sausages lengthwise down the middle and remove from their casings.
  • Heat the olive oil in a high-rimmed skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage meat, breaking it up as finely as possible. Add the broccoli and continue cooking and stirring until the broccoli breaks down to a saucelike texture.
  • Add the chicken stock and orecchiette. Finish cooking the pasta in the sauce, being careful it doesn't stick. You may have to keep adding a little pasta water, additional stock or tap water until the pasta is soft yet chewy (al dente), making sure not to over-cook it.
  • Finish the pasta by folding in the cheese, a few squeezes of lemon juice and the optional breadcrumbs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 817.4, Fat 43.3, SaturatedFat 14.1, Cholesterol 77.5, Sodium 6875.9, Carbohydrate 66.8, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 3.8, Protein 41.4

Mohamed Safwane Miloudi
[email protected]

This dish was a great way to use up some leftover sausage and broccoli rabe. The flavors were all very well-balanced and the orecchiette pasta was a great choice. I would definitely recommend this dish to others.


sara Ahmed
[email protected]

I thought this dish was just okay. The flavors were all there, but I found it to be a bit bland. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.


Lesedi Khumalo
[email protected]

This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try it again with a milder sausage next time.


Nkumah Dora
[email protected]

I love how this dish is both flavorful and healthy. The broccoli rabe adds a nice touch of bitterness that balances out the spicy sausage. I would definitely recommend this dish to others.


Naveed Anjum
[email protected]

This was my first time making orecchiette with broccoli rabe and spicy sausage, and I was very impressed. The dish was easy to make and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


TJ Williams
[email protected]

This dish was a great way to use up some leftover sausage and broccoli rabe. The flavors were all very well-balanced and the orecchiette pasta was a great choice. I would definitely recommend this dish to others.


Luhle Toto
[email protected]

I thought this dish was just okay. The flavors were all there, but I found it to be a bit bland. I think I'll try adding some more spices next time.


Arielle Brackett
[email protected]

This dish was a bit too salty for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try it again with less salt next time.


Jahzeel Diaz
[email protected]

I wasn't sure what to expect from this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. The flavors were all very well-balanced and the broccoli rabe added a nice touch of bitterness. I would definitely recommend this dish to others.


Ntombizodwa Ndlovu-Mkhize
[email protected]

I've made this dish a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors and textures is just perfect. I especially love the spicy kick from the sausage.


NIHAB HAMDARD
[email protected]

This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! I especially liked the crispy texture of the sausage and the bitterness of the broccoli rabe. I would definitely recommend this dish to others.


Arif Pori
[email protected]

Overall, I thought this dish was pretty good. The flavors were all there, but I found the texture of the broccoli rabe to be a bit too chewy. I think I'll try cooking it for a shorter amount of time next time.


Sahra Ahmed
[email protected]

This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try it again with a milder sausage next time.


lz_swaz bff
[email protected]

I'm always looking for new and exciting pasta dishes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The orecchiette pasta was a great choice, as it held the sauce really well. I also loved the addition of the broccoli rabe, which added a nice touch of bitte


Abdullah Al muhit
[email protected]

This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The combination of flavors is just perfect.


gamer king
[email protected]

I love how easy this dish was to make. Even though I'm not a pro in the kitchen, it turned out delicious! The broccoli rabe was a nice touch, adding a slightly bitter flavor that balanced the spicy sausage.


Kathleen Nilan
[email protected]

This orecchiette dish was a flavor explosion! The spicy sausage and broccoli rabe complemented each other perfectly, and the orecchiette pasta held the sauce beautifully. I'll definitely be making this again!


Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »

    #60-minutes-or-less     #time-to-make     #course     #main-ingredient     #cuisine     #preparation     #occasion     #main-dish     #pasta     #european     #dinner-party     #fall     #winter     #stove-top     #dietary     #one-dish-meal     #seasonal     #comfort-food     #pasta-rice-and-grains     #taste-mood     #equipment