09/14/2026
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🍝 Orecchiette with Sausage and Greens
Rustic, hearty, and packed with bold Italian flavors—this dish is a true crowd-pleaser! 🥳✨
Ingredients:
400g orecchiette pasta 🍝
300g Italian sausage (sliced) 🌭
2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
3 garlic cloves (minced) 🧄
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved) 🍅
2 cups fresh spinach or broccoli rabe 🥬
1/4 cup pine nuts (optional, toasted) 🌰
1/2 tsp red chili flakes 🌶️
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
Grated Parmesan cheese for serving 🧀
Instructions:
Cook the Pasta:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the orecchiette until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain.
Cook the Sausage:
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage slices and cook until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes:
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chili flakes. Sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the Greens:
Stir in the spinach or broccoli rabe and let it wilt. Add the cooked sausage back to the skillet.
Combine with Pasta:
Toss the cooked orecchiette into the skillet, combining it with the sausage, greens, and tomatoes. Add a splash of the reserved pasta water to create a light sauce.
Serve:
Plate the pasta and garnish with pine nuts (if using) and grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy warm!
Buon Appetito! 🇮🇹
This orecchiette pasta is a beautiful balance of savory sausage, fresh greens, and hearty pasta—perfect for a satisfying dinner! 🥂🍽️
