pasta with sausage and broccoli

Name: PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND BROCCOLI
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 12 ounce(s) rigatoni pasta, uncooked, or whatever pasta you prefer; 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil; 1 medium onion, sliced; 6 ounce(s) fully cooked smoked sausage links, sliced (use whatever sausage you prefer); 1 small bunch broccoli florets, with stems sliced; 1 3/4 cup(s) water; 1/4 cup(s) grated parmesan cheese

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Ellen Gwaltney Bales

Indianapolis, IN

Updated on Apr 21, 2013

Very versatile meal. You can experiment with different types of sausage and different types of pasta. Original recipe calls for chicken sausage, but I prefer beef sausage. Any kind of pasta would be a good choice. Enjoy! Recipe & photo: realsimple.com

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cook time 20 Min

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yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

12 ounces rigatoni pasta, uncooked, or whatever pasta you prefer
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, sliced
6 ounces fully cooked smoked sausage links, sliced (use whatever sausage you prefer)
1 small bunch broccoli florets, with stems sliced
1 3/4 cups water
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

How To Make pasta with sausage and broccoli

Step 1

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pot.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the onion, stirring frequently, until it begins to soften, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the sausage and cook, tossing, until browned.
Step 3

Add the broccoli and 1-3/4 cup water to the skillet and simmer, covered, until the broccoli is tender, 5 to 6 minutes.
Step 4

Add the sausage mixture and Parmesan to the pasta and toss to combine. Serve hot.
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