Makes 2 6-inch sandwiches

Notes

Sausage and broccoli rabe are a marriage destined to last. Often served with pasta, most commonly orrechiette, this recipe is for quick, easy, hearty sandwiches with some greens in them. 

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¾ pound sweet Italian sausage without fennel seeds, removed from casing (about 3 sausages)
  • 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed, tough stems peeled
  • ¼ teaspoon peperoncino flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • Two 6-inch lengths Italian bread, split and lightly toasted
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Directions

Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the sausage, and cook, breaking into small crumbles with the back of a wooden spoon, until sausage is browned, about 5 minutes.

Add the broccoli rabe, peperoncino, salt, and stir. Cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli rabe is tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Add a few tablespoons of water to the skillet if necessary.

Place Italian bread on plates, and top with the sausage and broccoli rabe. Serve hot.

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