Italian Sausage Pasta with Broccoli and Tomatoes

Take your pasta dinner to the next level with this hearty Italian sausage pasta recipe that is packed with flavor thanks to the delicious broccoli and tomatoes!

There's nothing like a hearty pasta dish to make you feel warm and full inside. This Italian sausage pasta recipe is packed with flavor thanks to the delicious broccoli and tomatoes.

One of the great things about cooking at home is that you can customize recipes to your own tastes. This Italian sausage pasta is a perfect example – it's hearty and filling, but you can add as much or as little broccoli and tomato as you like.

Make sure to use quality ingredients for the best results - authentic Italian sausage, fresh broccoli, and juicy diced tomatoes will take this pasta to the next level.

This Italian sausage pasta is here to make your weeknight dinner rotation a little bit more exciting. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and broccoli and tomatoes make it feel like a well-rounded meal. Plus, it reheats well so you can enjoy leftovers for lunch the next day.

How to Make Italian Sausage Pasta with Broccoli and Tomatoes

Ingredients:

1 lb ground Italian sausage

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon roasted garlic paste

1 head of fresh broccoli, cut into florets

1-pint cherry tomatoes halved lengthwise

1 lb pasta - Mezzi Paccheri used here

¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Sea salt flakes & fresh cracked pepper to taste

Freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, for garnish

Preparation Instructions:

In a skillet, cook the sausage with olive oil until brown.

Stir in garlic paste and tomatoes, cook 3-4 minutes

Stir in broccoli florets, reduce heat, cover and simmer on low until broccoli is tender.

Cook pasta until tender, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.

Add pasta and water to skillet mix.

Plate, garnish with freshly grated cheese.

Serve and enjoy!