Urkey Lurkey Recipe

Name: Urkey Lurkey
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pasta; 1 head cauliflower or 1 head broccoli; 1 lb Italian sausage; 4 ounces salami or 4 ounces pepperoni; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion; 1 bell pepper, julienned; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 16 ounces mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup sliced green olives; 1/2 cup sliced black olives; 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

1 lb pasta
1 head cauliflower or 1 head broccoli
1 lb Italian sausage
4 ounces salami or 4 ounces pepperoni
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion
1 bell pepper, julienned
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
16 ounces mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sliced green olives
1/2 cup sliced black olives
2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

1
Bring a pot of salted water to boil, and cook pasta according to directions. Strain and place in large pot or pasta dish, cover.
2
Bring another pot of salted water to boil, and cook cauliflower, broccoli, or both, until tender crisp(about 5 minutes). Using slotted spoon, transfer to pot with pasta and cover.
3
Meanwhile, in a skillet over med/high, crumble and cook Italian sausage until browned and cooked though. Add pepperoni/salami and cook for 2 minutes. Transfer meats to pot with pasta and cover.
4
Add 1 1/2 TBS olive oil to a hot skillet with onions and bell peppers, and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add garlic, basil, oregano, and red pepper, and cook for 1 minute, stirring often. Using spoon, transfer to pasta pot.
5
Add olive oil, cubed cheese, green and black olives, and parsley to pot. Toss to thoroughly combine. Serve in large bowl.

990

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pasta, 1 head cauliflower or 1 head broccoli, 1 lb Italian sausage, 4 ounces salami or 4 ounces pepperoni, and more.

Yes, Urkey Lurkey 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!

Urkey Lurkey

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