Orecchiette With Broccoli Rabe and Sausage

1. 1

   Remove the ends of the stems of the broccoli rabe and clean.

2. 2

   In a large skillet over moderate heat, saute bite size pieces of sausage.

3. 3

   Some chefs remove the sausage from its casing and saute the ground pork.

4. 4

   At the same time blanch the broccoli rabe in a large pot of salted water for about 5 minutes.

5. 5

   When the sausage is browned remove from the saute pan and add olove oil and garlic to the pan and saute for 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Then add the broccoli rabe to the saute pan and place the pasta in the same large pot that the broccoli was in (use the same water).

7. 7

   The orecchietti takes about 11 minutes to cook.

8. 8

   When the pasta is almost done scoop out 1 cup of the water and add to the saute pan and put the sausage back in to the pan as well.

9. 9

   When the pasta is done drain the pasta and add to the saute pan.

10. 10

    Serve hot and dress with grated cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.