Orecchiette Pasta Carluccio's Way Recipe

Name: Orecchiette Pasta Carluccio's Way
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Salt; 2 large bunches broccoli rabe, washed, trimmed and stems split; 1 pound orecchiette pasta; 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound fresh Italian sausage, removed from casings and crumbled; 4 cloves garlic; Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional; 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup vegetable stock; 1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano; Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

Salt
2 large bunches broccoli rabe, washed, trimmed and stems split
1 pound orecchiette pasta
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound fresh Italian sausage, removed from casings and crumbled
4 cloves garlic
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup vegetable stock
1/4 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
Freshly ground black pepper

1
In a large pot, bring 5 to 6 quarts (20 to 24 cups) of water to a boil and add salt to taste.
2
Prepare an ice water bath.
3
Blanch the broccoli rabe in the boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes.
4
Remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to the ice bath to stop the cooking process and keep it nice and green.
5
When cooled, drain the broccoli rabe and pat dry.
6
Return the same water to a boil and salt again.
7
Cook the orecchiette in the boiling water according to the package instructions, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water before draining it.
8
While the pasta is cooking, add the extra-virgin olive oil to a large skillet and heat.
9
Add the crumbled sausage, garlic and crushed red pepper flakes and cook 2 to 3 minutes.
10
Add the cannellini beans and broccoli rabe and continue to cook another 2 to 3 minutes.
11
Add the vegetable stock and cook until the liquid is reduced by half.
12
Drain the cooked pasta, add it to the skillet with the other ingredients and let the flavors come together by cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes.
13
Moisten with some of the reserved pasta water if needed.
14
Sprinkle with the grated cheese and freshly ground pepper to taste.

793

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Salt, 2 large bunches broccoli rabe, washed, trimmed and stems split, 1 pound orecchiette pasta, 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Orecchiette Pasta Carluccio's Way falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Orecchiette Pasta Carluccio's Way

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