How to Find the Best Pasta Recipe?

Answer 1

Undoubtedly, the best pasta recipe in the world is broccoli rabe with sausage and pasta. Broccoli rabe is a green that has a slightly bitter and pungent flavor that is related to members of the broccoli family. It is generally available in the summer months and can be found in the lettuce area of the produce department. When paired with the fatty spiciness of sausage and mixed with pasta, the combination cannot be beat. Traditional recipes use pork sausage, but to make the dish lighter, this recipe calls for turkey or chicken sausage.

Here are the ingredients that you will need to make the recipe:

1 pound of pasta

1 pound mild Italian turkey or chicken sausage removed from casings

1 pound broccoli rabe cut into 2 inch pieces

3 cloves of garlic, sliced

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 14oz can of low sodium chicken broth

1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Red pepper flakes to taste

Salt

Pepper

Directions:

Bring a large pot of water to the boil and add a generous handful of salt. When the water comes to a boil, add the broccoli rabe. Blanch the vegetable for 2 minutes and then remove to a small bowl. Drain the broccoli rabe well and set it aside.

Next, return the water to a boil and add the pasta, cooking according to package directions.

While the pasta is cooking, make the sauce. First, heat a pan on medium heat and add the olive oil. Next, add the sausage, breaking it up in the pan with a spatula or spoon. Allow the sausage to brown and then add the pepper flakes and garlic. After another one or two minutes, add the reserved broccoli rabe to the pan and season with a pinch of salt. Next, pour in the chicken broth, cover the pan, and allow the sauce to simmer until the pasta is cooked.

When the pasta is cooked according to package directions, drain it well and add it to the sauce, stirring well to incorporate. Season the pasta with salt and pepper to taste. Next, turn off the heat to the stove and add the cheese. Stir to combine. Serve the pasta immediately in warm bowls with extra cheese on the side.