Sausage, Broccoli Rabe and Pasta Recipe

Name: Sausage, Broccoli Rabe and Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb sweet Italian sausage (or turkey sausage); 1 12 bunches broccoli rabe, trimmed and washed; 1 onion, chopped; 2 shallots, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 3 large ripe tomatoes, chopped; 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil (with skin); 14-⅜ cup butter; 1 lb ziti pasta or 1 lb rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente; salt; pepper; ½ cup parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb sweet Italian sausage (or turkey sausage)
1 12 bunches broccoli rabe, trimmed and washed
1 onion, chopped
2 shallots, chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil (with skin)
14-⅜ cup butter
1 lb ziti pasta or 1 lb rigatoni pasta, cooked al dente
salt
pepper
½ cup parmesan cheese

1
Steam broccoli rabe just until it's cooked but still firm - drain well.
2
Boil sausage to get rid of most of the grease, drain well and cut into bite size pieces.
3
Heat olive oil in large skillet and saute cooked sausage until browned - remove and set aside.
4
Add onions, shallots and garlic to the same skillet and saute until cooked through.
5
Add broccoli rabe and saute for about three minutes, then add sausage, saute another 2 minutes.
6
Add chopped tomatoes and cook until tomatoes soften and begin to form a sauce - add butter and simmer 'til butter is melted.
7
Pour over cooked pasta and toss.
8
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

3150

kcal

Calories

292

Fat

120

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb sweet Italian sausage (or turkey sausage), 1 12 bunches broccoli rabe, trimmed and washed, 1 onion, chopped, 2 shallots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Sausage, Broccoli Rabe and Pasta 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sausage, Broccoli Rabe and Pasta

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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