Weeknight • Pasta
Hearty Sausage and Broccoli Rotini
This satisfying pasta dish combines savory sausage, fresh broccoli, and a simple garlic sauce.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Weeknight
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When you need a comforting meal that's both hearty and surprisingly straightforward to make, look no further than our Hearty Sausage and Broccoli Rotini! It's packed with flavor from juicy sausage, gets a healthy boost from tender broccoli, and comes together in one pot-friendly skillet (after the pasta cooks, of course!).
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
Main
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes, for serving (optional)
Preparation
Step 1
Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 2
While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add Italian sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-9 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Step 3
Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant (do not burn).
Step 4
Stir in broccoli florets and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until broccoli is tender-crisp.
Step 5
Add the cooked rotini and Parmesan cheese to the skillet. Toss to combine, ensuring everything is well coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 6
Serve hot, with extra Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, if desired.
Tips
- Use a blend of sweet and spicy sausage for more complex flavor.
- If using frozen broccoli, you might not need to cook it as long in step 4.
- A splash of dry white wine can be added with the broth for extra depth of flavor.
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