Description
A quick and satisfying weeknight meal combining Italian sausage and nutritious broccoli, perfect for families and busy evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Once it’s cooked to al dente perfection, drain the pasta and set it aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until it’s browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks to achieve small, bite-sized pieces.
- Toss in the broccoli florets and minced garlic, sautéing until the broccoli is tender and bright green – about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked pasta, mixing well to ensure everything is coated. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to taste. Let it cook together for a minute to warm through, then it’s ready to serve.
Notes
Serve warm topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Pair with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg