Description
A comforting and nutritious meal combining savory Italian sausage with fresh broccoli and pasta, perfect for family dinners or get-togethers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Italian Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned.
- Sauté the Garlic and Broccoli: Add the minced garlic and broccoli florets to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
- Combine the Ingredients: Add your cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together.
- Add Parmesan and Season: Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve Warm: Dish up and enjoy your Italian Sausage Pasta with Broccoli while warm.
Notes
For a lighter version, opt for turkey or chicken sausage. You can also add chopped bell peppers or spinach for added nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg