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Jan's Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe

Jan's Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe pairs tender ricotta cavatelli with garlicky broccoli rabe, juicy Italian sausage, and sweet roasted red peppers in a white wine–chicken stock sauce that lightly clings to every bite. Parmesan added off the heat brings a glossy, savory finish. It’s a hearty, balanced pasta perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or casual gathering.

  • Prep25 mins
  • Cook40 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyMedium
Jan's Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe
  1. 1

    Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the cavatelli in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet still slightly firm, 9 to 11 minutes. Drain.

  2. 2

    Refill the same pot with salted water and bring it to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe; cook until tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain.

  3. 3

    Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and onion; cook and stir until the sausage is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the broccoli rabe, roasted red peppers, and garlic. Cook until the flavors meld, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Dissolve the chicken stock with the white wine and water in a small bowl. Whisk in the cornstarch. Pour the chicken stock mixture into the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.

  5. 5

    Pour the sauce over the cooked cavatelli and top with Parmesan cheese. Toss gently and serve.

About This Recipe

Jan's Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe is an Italian dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Butter, Chicken Stock, Cornstarch, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 214.98 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Jan's Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe?
It is an Italian recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
What is Jan's Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe made of?
The main ingredients are Butter, Chicken Stock, Cornstarch, Garlic, Grated Parmesan Cheese. The full list of 12 is above.
How long does it take to make Jan's Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe?
About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 214.98 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Jan's Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.

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