Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Over Pasta

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Sausage and Broccoli Rabe Over Pasta. Perfectly cooked penne is tossed with tender, garlicky broccoli rabe, savory Italian sausage, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. A splash of dry white wine adds depth to the sauce, while freshly grated Parmesan cheese ties everything together in a rich, creamy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting dish is simple to prepare yet bursting with robust flavors. Whether you choose sweet or spicy sausage, this one-skillet pasta recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it hot with a side of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Penne pasta
• 1 bunch Broccoli rabe
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 cup Dry white wine
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0 to taste Salt
• 0 to taste Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, trim and discard the tough ends of the broccoli rabe. Chop the broccoli rabe into 2-inch pieces.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage, removing it from its casing if using links, and break it into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the chopped broccoli rabe to the skillet and stir to coat in the garlic and oil. Pour in the white wine and cover the skillet with a lid. Allow the broccoli rabe to steam for 3-4 minutes until tender.

Step 6

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and toss with the broccoli rabe. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If the mixture seems dry, add a splash of the reserved pasta water.

Step 7

Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together to combine. If needed, pour in additional pasta water to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 8

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and toss again. Adjust seasoning with more salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1265.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3062.0

Total Fat 157.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 306.8mg	0%
Sodium 3866.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 272.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 3.1g
Protein 132.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 865.1mg	0%
Iron 23.4mg	0%
Potassium 2441.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.7%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 35.9%