Buca Di Beppo Penne Calabrese

This came from Into the Sauce, From Our Cucina to Your Kitchen

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1⁄2 lb  italian bulk sausage
• 3  large garlic cloves, sliced
• 2  medium  bunch escarole, chopped
• 2  large fresh tomatoes, diced
• 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  cup  chicken stock
• 1  lb penne
• 1⁄4 cup pecorino romano cheese, grated
• 1  cup  ricotta salata cheese, diced in 1/4-inch cubes*

Directions

1. In a large, deep skillet, heat olive oil and add sausage. Brown well, breaking up meat as it cooks. Add garlic and cook until golden brown. Add escarole, tomatoes, crushed red pepper flakes and salt. Saute for a few minutes. Add chicken stock. Cook for about 15 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling water until al dente. Drain well and add to skillet. Sprinkle with cheese and toss well. Place on a serving platter and garnish with ricotta salata cheese.
3. Serve immediately.