Broccoli Rabe with Pasta & Sausage Featuring Double Roasted Garlic Oil
Servings: 4 to 6 | Category: Pasta, Rice & Grains, Vegetables | Published: July 14, 2022
Enjoy a hearty and flavorful Italian-inspired dish with our Broccoli Rabe Pasta & Sausage recipe, perfectly enhanced by our rich and aromatic Double Roasted Garlic Oil. This savory pasta combines tender broccoli rabe, spicy Italian sausage, and crunchy toasted breadcrumbs for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup plus 1½ tablespoons Double Roasted Garlic Oil
- ½ cup Italian style breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1½ pounds broccoli rabe, trimmed
- 1 pound shell pasta
- ½ pound sweet Italian sausage, bulk
- 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- In a small frying pan over medium-low heat, warm 1½ tablespoons Double Roasted Garlic Oil. Add breadcrumbs and cook, stirring often, until deep golden brown (about 10 minutes). Pour onto a plate and set aside.
- Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil and add 2 tablespoons salt. Blanch broccoli rabe for 2-3 minutes until stems are tender. Drain and cool under cold running water. Squeeze out excess moisture and chop coarsely.
- Add shell pasta to boiling water and cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally.
- In a skillet, cook sausage, garlic, and red pepper flakes, breaking up sausage until browned. Stir in broccoli rabe and remaining Double Roasted Garlic Oil, cooking until heated through (about 2 minutes). Season with salt to taste.
- Drain pasta, reserving 2 ladlefuls of cooking water. Return pasta to pot and toss with sausage mixture and cheese. Add reserved cooking water as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve pasta topped with toasted breadcrumbs for crunch and extra flavor.
Why You’ll Love This Broccoli Rabe Pasta & Sausage Recipe
This classic Italian pasta dish is bursting with bold flavors from tender broccoli rabe, savory Italian sausage, and the robust aroma of Double Roasted Garlic Oil. The crunchy breadcrumbs add texture, making this a perfect family-friendly meal.
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