Linguine Love Affair: Luganica Sausage and Rapini for Dinner Bliss

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

•   1 lb Sweet Italian Sausage - NO Fennel (Luganica Style), sliced
•   1 lb Linguine
•   1 bunch Rapini, chopped
•   4 cloves garlic, minced
•   1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
•   2 tbsp Olive Oil
•   Red Pepper Flakes to taste
•   Salt to taste

Instructions:

1.   Cook the linguine following the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
2.   Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large-sized skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
3.   In the same skillet, add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for a minute until fragrant.
4.   Add the chopped rapini and a splash of the reserved pasta water. Cover and cook until the rapini is tender.
5.   Add the cooked sausage and linguine to the skillet. Toss until everything is well combined. You can add pasta water to make the sauce more fluid if necessary.
6.   After adding the grated Parmesan cheese, stir the mixture well and add salt for seasoning. For the best results, it's advised to serve the dish immediately.