Pasta with Spicy Sausage & Rapini

Health score
15%
Pasta with Spicy Sausage & Rapini
45 min.
8
515kcal

Suggestions

This pasta with spicy sausage and rapini is a hearty and flavorful dish that's perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a casual get-together with friends. The combination of Italian sausage, rapini, and a creamy sauce creates a delicious and satisfying meal.

The star of this dish is the Italian sausage, which adds a nice kick of spice and a depth of flavor to the pasta. The rapini, also known as broccoli rabe, provides a slightly bitter and nutty taste that pairs perfectly with the richness of the sausage and the creaminess of the sauce. The farfalle pasta, with its unique bow-tie shape, adds a fun and whimsical touch to the dish.

This recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, as it provides a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. The best part about this dish is that it's easy to prepare and can be customized to your taste. You can adjust the spice level of the sausage or add more vegetables to suit your preferences. So, if you're looking for a comforting and flavorful pasta dish, this recipe for pasta with spicy sausage and rapini is definitely one to try!

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces farfalle pasta 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • pound ground sausage italian
  • cloves garlic minced
  • cups broccoli rabe coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • cup cream light sour
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • cup fontina shredded
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • stove

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
  3. Remove sausage from casings, if necessary, and add to the pan. Cook the sausage, breaking it up as you go, until no longer pink.
  4. Add the rapini to the skillet and saut until it begins to wilt, about one minute more.
  5. Transfer the sausage and rapini mixture to a plate and keep warm.
  6. Drain excess grease from the pan and return to stove over medium heat.
  7. Add the chicken broth to the skillet and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the sour cream and milk.
  8. Add the cheeses and stir until melted and smooth. Return the sausage/rapini mixture to the skillet, along with the cooked pasta, and toss to coat.
  9. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories515kcal
Protein17.19%
Fat54.03%
Carbs28.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.63
Glycemic Load
13.29
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.43%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:514.56kcal
25.73%
Fat:30.71g
47.24%
Saturated Fat:13.09g
81.79%
Carbohydrates:36.79g
12.26%
Net Carbohydrates:34.87g
12.68%
Sugar:2.34g
2.6%
Cholesterol:79.86mg
26.62%
Sodium:943.1mg
41%
Protein:21.98g
43.96%
Selenium:47.06µg
67.23%
Vitamin K:46.63µg
44.41%
Phosphorus:309.75mg
30.97%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
28.17%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.49%
Calcium:248.11mg
24.81%
Zinc:2.84mg
18.95%
Vitamin B12:1.08µg
18.06%
Vitamin A:848.47IU
16.97%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.7%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.39%
Vitamin B3:2.91mg
14.56%
Potassium:389.07mg
11.12%
Magnesium:44.42mg
11.1%
Iron:1.77mg
9.84%
Copper:0.19mg
9.63%
Folate:33.34µg
8.34%
Fiber:1.92g
7.67%
Vitamin B5:0.69mg
6.91%
Vitamin C:5.67mg
6.87%
Vitamin E:0.8mg
5.33%
Vitamin D:0.36µg
2.37%