Broccoli, Sausage And Pasta Ears - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb orecchiette (pasta ears) or 1 lb bow tie pasta
2 lbs broccoli, cut into bite sized pieces
1 lb sweet Italian sausage link, sliced into bite sized pieces
3 cloves garlic
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 -3 tablespoon butter
1 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Preparation

Bring a large pot of water to boil and add pasta.
Meanwhile heat olive oil over medium high heat and quickly cook the sausage.
Add the broccoli, garlic, butter and chicken broth.
Bring to a boil, reduce to medium high and cook uncovered for 5 minutes, reducing sauce.
Drain pasta and pour into a serving bowl.
Add the broccoli mixture and cheese, tossing well.
Serve.