Sausage Pasta Thing

Much like http://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/browse-all-recipes/pasta-broccoli-rabe-sausage, but modified to suit my picky kids.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  lb penne pasta
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1  lb  mild sausage
• 2  minced garlic cloves
• 2 1⁄2 cups chicken broth
• 1⁄8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1  lb broccoli floret
• 4  tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 1⁄2 cups  finely grated parmesan cheese
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package.
2. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over medium heat, heat the oil. Add sausage, crumbling and cooking until browned.
3. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
4. Add the broth and red pepper and bring to a boil.
5. Add the broccoli, cover, and cook until tender (do not overcook, or you'll end up with mush).
6. Stir in the butter and cheese then cook until the sauce thickens a little (2 minutes or so).
7. Add it to the drained pasta, mix, season with salt/pepper.
8. Eat!