Instant Pot Penne with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe –– I’m a massive fan of the Instant Pot. It’s a beautiful tool for cooking pasta super fast, and it also makes some of my favorite dishes, including risotto and carnitas. This recipe is one of my favorites because I get to use one of my favorite ingredients: broccoli rabe. You’ll need an Instant Pot or pressure cooker, but don’t worry-they’re not that expensive! Read on to find out how you can make this dish in just 30 minutes from start to finish!
Do you want a dish that is healthy and only takes 15 minutes to make? Look no further. This Instant Pot Penne with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe recipe will satisfy your hunger. This hearty pasta dish comes together in less time than it would take for a pizza delivery guy to get there! In addition, the broccoli rabe adds nutritional value as well as flavor. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays when you don’t feel like cooking but still want something delicious.
You can also make this dish gluten-free, so anyone who has an intolerance can enjoy it too!
If you love a great bowl of pasta, some of my favorite Instant Pot Pasta Recipes are INSTANT POT PASTA AND MEATBALLS, INSTANT POT GROUND BEEF AND PASTA, INSTANT POT CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA, and INSTANT POT PASTA CARBONARA.
What Is Broccoli Rabe?
Broccoli rabe is a leafy vegetable that looks similar to broccoli, but the taste is much more bitter. It’s typically used in Italian dishes and often cooked with red pepper flakes. This post includes an easy recipe for making Broccoli Rabe pasta, which can be served as a side dish or main course!
Ingredients Needed For Instant Pot Penne with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe
- Penne Pasta
- Italian Sausage
- Minced Garlic
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Broccoli Rabe
- Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Water
- Salt
- Black Pepper
How To Make Instant Pot Penne with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe
Start by removing the casings from the sausage, and then add them to the Instant Pot, saute’ until they are cooked and crumbly.
Then rinse out the Instant Pot bowl, add the pasta and water.
**Note: The pasta should be covered with water. Watch the fill line, and make sure it’s slightly over.
Set the manual high pressure for 4 minutes, making sure that the vent is sealed. When the time is up, do a quick release.
Drain the pasta. Return to the Instant Pot. Add about 1/2 cup of water, add the broccoli rabe and press the saute’ button. I added the lid so that the steam from the water and pasta would cook the broccoli rabe. It took about 4 minutes, but the broccoli was softened.
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Instant Pot Penne with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe
Description
Ingredients
- 1 pound penne pasta
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casing remove
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 pound broccoli rabe, (cut into small pieces (remove the stems)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups water
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by removing the casings from the sausage, and then add them to the Instant Pot, saute' until they are cooked and crumbly.
- Then rinse out the Instant Pot bowl, add the pasta and water.**Note: The pasta should be covered with water. Watch the fill line, and make sure it's slightly over.
- Set the manual high pressure for 4 minutes, making sure that the vent is sealed. When the time is up, do a quick release.
- Drain the pasta. Return to the Instant Pot.
- Add about 1/2 cup of water, add the broccoli rabe and press the saute' button. I added the lid so that the steam from the water and pasta would cook the broccoli rabe. It took about 4 minutes, but the broccoli was softened.
- Mix in the cheese and sausage.
- Plate, serve and enjoy!
Equipment
- Instant Pot
Nutrition
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