Ingredients

1 package orecchiette pasta
2 bunches broccoli rabe , trimmed and chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
6 links hot Italian sausage
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
ground black pepper
1 can sliced black olives
Orcchiette Pasta with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage is a classic Italian dish that is popular among pasta lovers. The dish includes orecchiette pasta, a variety of pasta that is shaped like little ears. The pasta is cooked al dente and then tossed with a savory mixture of broccoli rabe, Italian sausage, and sliced olives. The result is a flavorful and delicious dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners with friends and family. The dish is also easy to customize by adjusting the heat level of the sausage or adding other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or bell peppers.

Instructions

1.Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente.
2.While pasta cooks, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté sausage until browned and cooked through.
3.Once sausage is cooked, remove from pan and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4.Increase the heat to high and add chopped broccoli rabe.
5.Add salt, onion salt, garlic powder, and black pepper to the skillet.
6.Cook until the broccoli rabe is tender, about 7-8 minutes.
7.Return the sausage to the skillet. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet.
8.Stir the sausage and broccoli rabe mixture into the pasta. Add sliced black olives.
9.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is a complete meal that is hearty and satisfying, packed with protein and fiber.

It is easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes.

CONS

This dish is fairly high in calories and fat due to the sausage and olive oil content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Broccoli rabe is packed with vitamins and minerals, especially vitamins A, C, and K. It is also high in fiber and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. The dish also provides a good serving of protein and carbohydrates from the pasta and sausage.

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