Broccoli and Sausage Cavatelli
Broccoli and Sausage Cavatelli pairs spicy Italian sausage with tender pasta and broccoli, all coated in garlicky olive oil and a sprinkle of Parmesan. It’s savory with a gentle heat from red pepper flakes, balanced by the sweetness of broccoli and richness of sausage. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or sharing with friends.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, 8 to 10 minutes. Lift the sausage out with a slotted spoon onto a paper towel-lined plate. Pour off the excess grease from the skillet.
- 2
Warm the olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat; cook and stir the garlic in the hot oil until golden. Take the skillet off the heat.
- 3
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta in the boiling water until slightly firm, 8 to 10 minutes; drain. Add the broccoli 3 minutes before the pasta is done; drain with the pasta.
- 4
Toss the sausage, garlic olive oil, cavatelli, broccoli, and Parmesan cheese together in a large serving bowl. Season with red pepper flakes.
- Calories 403.33 kcal High
- Protein 15.84 g Good Source
- Carbs 16.65 g Moderate
- Total Fat 32.43 g High
- Saturated Fat 7.26 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 43.13 mg Moderate
- Sodium 419.32 mg Moderate
- Fiber 2.5 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.47 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 100.32 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.05 mg Moderate
- Potassium 179.16 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 63.36 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 62.6 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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- Gluten
About This Recipe
Broccoli and Sausage Cavatelli is an Italian dinner recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 35 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Broccoli, Cavatelli Pasta, Grated Parmesan Cheese, and Italian Pork Sausage. Each serving provides about 403.33 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Broccoli and Sausage Cavatelli?
- It is an Italian recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Broccoli and Sausage Cavatelli made of?
- The main ingredients are Broccoli, Cavatelli Pasta, Grated Parmesan Cheese, Italian Pork Sausage, Minced Garlic. The full list of 7 is above.
- What goes well with Broccoli and Sausage Cavatelli?
- Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Broccoli and Sausage Cavatelli?
- About 35 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 403.33 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Broccoli and Sausage Cavatelli easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
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