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Pasta with broccoli and sausage.

One Pot Pasta with Sausage and Broccoli Recipe 

This cozy pasta recipe with sausage and broccoli is a family-favorite! It has tons of flavor from sausage, garlic, and oil and it' made in one pot for super easy clean up. Leftovers reheat well for lunch the next day!
5 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 432 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 ounces sweet Italian sausage loose/bulk
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 3 cups water
  • 8 ounces orecchiette pasta
  • 5 cups frozen baby broccoli florets
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Parmesan or Romano cheese (optional) for serving

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes then cook 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
  • Stir in the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • If necessary, drain all but 2 Tablespoons of grease from the pan, then return the pan to the burner.
  • Stir in the pasta, water, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Cook, uncovered, for 12 minutes.
  • Add the broccoli and cook for 3 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with cheese, as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 432kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 365mg | Potassium: 610mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 783IU | Vitamin C: 103mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 2mg
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