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Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Parsnip Pasta

Spicy chicken sausage sizzles with garlic and red pepper, coating tender parsnip noodles and bright broccoli rabe in savory juices. Parmesan melts over the top, delivering a rich, peppery bite in every forkful.

Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Parsnip Pasta
Total
28 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
18 min
Serves
3

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
265
Protein
22g
Carbs
25g
Fat
10g
Fiber
8g
Sugar
6g
Sodium
733mg

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch broccoli rabe (stems trimmed)
  • 2 links spicy Chicken Italian Sausage (casings removed)
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 parsnips (peeled and spiralized, noodles trimmed)
  • 2 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • kosher salt and black pepper
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Chop broccoli rabe into 1-inch pieces and set aside.
  2. Place a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the sausage and oregano and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon 6 to 8 minutes, until browned. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Add the broccoli rabe and parsnip noodles to the skillet with the garlic and red pepper flakes, then add broth and cook until the noodles are al dente, about 5 minutes.
  4. Return sausage to the skillet, add the cheese and stir to combine.