🧀 Cheesy Sausage & Broccoli Pasta
📝 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 250 g pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
- 200–250 g sausage (sliced or crumbled)
- 1½ cups broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 cup heavy cream (or cooking cream)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or mix)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional but recommended)
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
- ½ tsp paprika or chili flakes (optional)
- Pasta water (½ cup, reserved)
🍳 Instructions
- Cook the pasta
Boil in salted water until al dente. Add broccoli in the last 2–3 minutes. Drain and keep some pasta water. - Cook the sausage
In a large pan, heat olive oil and cook sausage until browned. Remove excess fat if needed. - Add garlic & butter
Add butter and garlic to the pan, cook for ~1 minute until fragrant. - Make the creamy sauce
Pour in the cream, stir, and let simmer for 2–3 minutes. - Add cheese
Mix in shredded cheese and Parmesan. Stir until smooth and melted. - Combine everything
Add pasta and broccoli to the sauce. Toss well. Add a splash of pasta water if needed for creaminess. - Season & serve
Add salt, pepper, and optional spices. Serve hot with extra cheese on top 😋
🔥 Tips
- Use smoked sausage for extra flavor
- Add mushrooms or onions for variation
- For lighter version: use milk instead of cream (less rich but still good)
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