Orecchiette with Chicken Sausage and Broccoli Rabe

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add salt.

2. 2

   Blanch broccoli rabe until bright green, about 1 minute.

3. 3

   Using a wire skimmer or small sieve, transfer to a colander and let drain.

4. 4

   Return water to a boil.

5. 5

   Add pasta, and cook until al dente according to package instructions.

6. 6

   Drain.

7. 7

   Heat a large skillet over medium-high.

8. 8

   Add sausage; cook, without turning slices, until browned, about 4 minutes.

9. 9

   Add broccoli rabe, vinegar, and garlic.

10. 10

    Cook until broccoli rabe is tender, scraping up browned bits in skillet, 2 to 3 minutes.

11. 11

    Add pasta and oil and season with salt and pepper; toss to combine.

12. 12

    Serve immediately.

13. 13

    You can use 1 head broccoli, cut into small florets, in place of the broccoli rabe in this recipe.

14. 14

    Follow recipe to blanch florets, then cook in skillet until just tender.

15. 15

    (Per Serving)

16. 16

    Calories: 391

17. 17

    Fat: 8g (2.2g Saturated Fat)

18. 18

    Protein: 22.2g

19. 19

    Carbohydrates: 53g

20. 20

    Fiber: 7.5g

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.