Whole Wheat Pasta with Italian Sausage & Broccolini

One pot pasta.

2-3 servings
30 minutes
Ethan Chlebowski

Ingredients

Pasta components

  • Whole wheat spaghetti
    227 g1/2 lb
  • Italian Sausage
    227 g1/2 lb
  • Parmigiano Reggiano
    65 g
  • Broccolini
    1/2 bunch
  • Salt
    a sprinkle
  • Aleppo pepper
    to taste

Method

Step 1: Boil the pasta

Set a pot of water over high heat and bring it to a . Lightly salt the water.

Once the water is boiling, add the pasta bring it to a . Simmer the pasta until almost all of the water has evaporated.

Step 2: Prepare the broccolini

While the pasta , break up the broccolini into small pieces and chop up the stems.

Pull out whatever sausage you are using and have it ready, along with the parmesan.

Step 3: Steam the broccolini

Once the water has cooked down, add in the broccolini.

Stir in the broccolini and let it and cook down for several minutes.

Remove the pasta mixture from the pan into a separate bowl.

Step 4: Sear the sausage

Set the same pan over medium high heat.

Add the pork and let it until it gets a nice all around, breaking it up into pieces as it cooks.

Once it’s seared, add the reserved pasta back to the pan and stir it all together.

Step 5: Serve & enjoy

Add a splash of water to loosen up the pasta and then add in the parmesan. Mix it all together and add any extra water needed to reach desired consistency.

Serve with a sprinkle of aleppo pepper if desired. Enjoy!

“This creamy and a little spicy pasta is perfect for any weeknight dinner. The best part is that the leftovers might be even better as the pasta absorbs the flavors from the dish.”

Ethan Chlebowski
Creator

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Nutritional Information

entire recipe
Calories1526
198g
90g
99g

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Recommended: 3 servings

FAQ

What if I don’t have aleppo pepper?

Try using crushed red pepper flakes instead. It will also add a little and to the dish.

What’s up with the whole wheat pasta?

Whole wheat is a great way to mix up pasta dishes — I like the nutty flavor and , but standard pasta works the same here.

Can I use other vegetables or meat?

Think of this recipes as a framework for whatever you’ve got on hand. You just need pasta, any ground meat or sausage, and greens of choice, aromatics, and a grated cheese like parmesan or pecorino. Get creative!