Sausage and Broccoli Cavatappi

I'm still not actually cooking. I don't have any sort of excuse, but I will say that every time I start to think about making real food, Alexis is all, "I'll make dinner."

OKAY!

I owe her a few more easy recipes because apparently it is not right of me to request waffles every time she volunteers to take care of dinner. She asked for ideas. Thus, Sausage and Broccoli Cavatappi.

This sausage and broccoli concoction was originally Mila's idea. She loves broccoli, which I know makes no sense, but here we are. She does. I'm not complaining, that's for sure. She also loves vegetarian sausage, so it makes sense to put the two together.

Sausage and Broccoli Cavatappi

1 package sausage (we're digging this brand of vegetarian sausages lately), sliced
1 package frozen broccoli florets
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 pound cavatappi or other pasta 
1/2 cup shredded parmesan

1. Prepare the pasta according to the instructions on the box.

2. In a separate skillet, heat the oil and red pepper flakes and add the sausage. Cook until lightly browned then add the broccoli. Stir occasionally. It's done when you're happy with firmness of the broccoli.

3. Drain the pasta and put it back into the pot. Add the broccoli/sausage and stir. 

4. Top with shredded parmesan. Serve with extra red pepper flakes for the spicy lovers in your house.