Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli, a comforting dish that perfectly balances savory sausage, vibrant broccoli, and creamy Parmesan cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for busy weeknight dinners or family gatherings, ensuring everyone enjoys a wholesome meal packed with flavor. With its quick preparation time and versatile ingredients, you can customize it to suit your taste preferences. Whether you prefer sweet or spicy sausage, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16-ounce) box orecchiette pasta
- 19 ounces Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add casings-free sausage, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5–7 minutes). Stir in garlic and spices; cook until fragrant.
- Meanwhile, boil salted water in a large pot and cook orecchiette according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
- Add broccoli florets, chicken broth, and remaining olive oil to the sausage mixture; cook until broccoli is tender (3–5 minutes). Stir in butter until melted.
- Combine drained pasta with the sausage-broccoli mix, adding Parmesan gradually. Use reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley and additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 390g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg