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Cavatelli with Broccoli Rabe
This is one of our favorite pasta dishes. Sublimely simple, the flavors of Isernio’s sausage and pleasantly bitter broccoli rabe make a perfect partnering. If broccoli rabe is not available, regular broccoli florettes will do nicely. Equally satisfying would be cauliflower florettes, zucchini slices or crisp green beans.

Salad Mixture
1	bunch of broccoli rabe, rinsed and cut into 2-inch pieces
1	pound dried cavatelli pasta
2	tablespoons olive oil
1	pound Italian sausage either pork or chicken, casings removed
3	cloves garlic, chopped
1/2	cup chicken broth
1/2	teaspoon salt
1/4	teaspoon black pepper
	grated Parmesan to taste
Method
Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli rabe; simmer 5 minutes. Using a skimmer, remove broccoli rabe and set aside. Return water to a boil.
Cook cavatelli following package directions. Drain.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook 5 minutes or until no longer pink, breaking up sausage with wooden spoon. Add garlic and cooked broccoli rabe; cook 5 minutes.
Add chicken broth, salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Add pasta, stir and remove from heat. Makes 6 servings. Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: about 15 minutes.
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