Cavatelli with Italian Sausage and Broccolini

Enjoy a delightful meal featuring cavatelli pasta with Italian sausage and tender broccolini. This dish strikes a lovely balance of savory sausage, crisp broccolini, and al dente pasta, all united in a light, garlic-infused sauce, topped off with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. It’s a simple yet satisfying meal that is great for a cozy dinner at home. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a go-to for a quick, nourishing dinner that doesn’t sacrifice taste.

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
• 1 bunch broccolini, trimmed
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 12 ounces cavatelli pasta
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add Italian sausage, breaking it into pieces, and sauté until fully cooked and browned.
3. Stir in minced garlic and sauté until it turns golden, about 2 minutes.
4. Add broccolini and chicken broth to the skillet, cover, and let simmer until the broccolini is tender, around 6-7 minutes.
5. While broccolini is cooking, prepare cavatelli pasta following the package’s directions for al dente texture, then drain.
6. Combine the cooked pasta with sausage and broccolini mixture in the skillet, tossing well to ensure even distribution of the sauce.
7. Gently fold in grated Parmesan cheese until well integrated.
8. Adjust the seasoning as necessary, discarding salt and pepper from the spice rack.
9. Serve the dish warm.

Keywords: Sausage, Cavatelli, Broccolini, Main Course, Italian

Spice Rack: Garlic Powder

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