Sausage Broccolini Pasta

5 from 14 votes

This easy, family-friendly sausage broccolini pasta is light, flavorful, and perfect for summer! Gluten-free, dairy-free, & ready in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time10

Cook Time12

Total Time22

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Servings: people

Author: Mary Smith

Ingredients

12 oz box gluten free penne I love Jovial pasta!
1 lb ground Italian sausage or removed from casings if in links
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves minced garlic
12 oz broccolini cut into 1-2 inch pieces
1.5 cups chicken broth
1 tsp crushed red pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp sea salt more to taste
2 tbsp ghee or butter
Parmesan for garnish if desired

Instructions

Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook your Jovial pasta (or other pasta) according to package directions.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and use a wooden spoon to break it apart while sauteing for 5-6 minutes.
Add the minced garlic and stir for 1 more minute. Add in the chopped broccolini, chicken broth, crushed red pepper, lemon juice, and salt and stir.
Cook for 3-4 minutes or until the broccoli is tender. Drain the pasta, then add it to the pan with the sausage and broccoli.
Toss to combine, then add the 2 tbsp ghee or butter and stir until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste, and garnish with parmesan if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

Dairy-Free: If you're dairy-free, skip the parmesan cheese or use a non-dairy parmesan option like nutritional yeast, or even shredded dairy-free parmesan (I've found this at Trader Joe's!). Use vegan butter like Miyokos as well.

How to Serve: Serve this Jovial pasta dish by itself or alongside a simple house or caesar salad and a loaf of gluten-free garlic bread.

Leftovers: Store leftover sausage broccolini pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or stove top and enjoy!

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