Ziti with Broccoli Rabe and Sausage

By charlotteh371

Ingredients

• 1 pound ziti
• ◦1/4 cup olive oil
• ◦3 large garlic cloves, crushed
• ◦1 1/2 pounds broccoli rabe, florets and tender stems only
• ◦1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• ◦1/4 teaspoon salt
• ◦1 cup chicken stock or canned broth
• ◦1/2 pound cooked sweet Italian sausage, crumbled or chopped
• ◦2 teaspoons unsalted butter
• ◦1/2 cup freshly grated Grana Padano, or Parmigiano Reggiano

Preparation

Step 1

Cook the ziti in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain well.




Meanwhile, in a large deep skillet, heat the oil. Add the garlic and cook over moderately high heat until golden. Add the broccoli rabe, crushed red pepper and salt; cover and steam for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the chicken stock, sausage and butter and cook over high heat until the sauce reduces slightly, about 3 minutes.




Add the ziti to the skillet and toss gently. Sprinkle half of the cheese on top and toss again. Serve immediately, sprinkled with the remaining cheese.