Luxurious Taste! Italian Sausage Broccoli Pasta
Simple yet Sophisticated Flavor: A Rich Italian Sausage Pasta Recipe
Inspired by a YouTube cooking show, this recipe guides you to easily create a restaurant-quality Italian sausage pasta at home. The satisfying bite of Italian sausage, fresh broccoli, and aromatic garlic combine to deliver a deep and rich flavor.
Main Ingredients- 2 Italian sausages (casings removed)
- 3-4 cloves garlic, minced or thinly sliced
- 1/4 head broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 handfuls shell pasta (approx. 150-200g)
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 tbsp cooking oil (or olive oil)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
When boiling water for the pasta, use a generous amount and add plenty of salt once it reaches a rolling boil. This pasta water will be crucial later for adjusting the sauce’s consistency.
Step 2
For a more tender and flavorful sausage, remove the casing from the Italian sausages. Once the casing is off, use your hands (wearing gloves for hygiene) to break up and crumble the sausage meat. This ensures the sausage cooks evenly and integrates well into the sauce.
Step 3
Thinly slice the garlic to release its aroma. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets. If you prefer, you can lightly blanch the broccoli beforehand for a better texture.
Step 4
Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the crumbled Italian sausage and cook until browned. Once the sausage is partially cooked, add the broccoli florets and sliced garlic, stirring to combine and release their fragrance.
Step 5
While the ingredients are sautéing, drain the cooked shell pasta and add it directly to the pan. Pour in about one ladleful of the reserved pasta water to help create a cohesive sauce. Stir everything together, allowing the pasta to absorb the flavors.
Step 6
Avoid drying out the sauce completely; a little bit of moisture should remain. This residual liquid acts as the sauce, coating the pasta beautifully. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Adjust seasoning to your preference.
Step 7
Your delicious Italian Sausage Pasta is now ready! For an extra touch of luxury, consider grating some Parmesan cheese over the top or serving it with a perfectly poached egg (sunny-side up). Enjoy your meal!
