Spicy Rigatoni

A quick and easy skillet dinner that my family likes. Good for busy times.

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  lb rigatoni pasta
• 1  tablespoon olive oil
• 1  lb hot Italian sausage (or mild if you must)
• 2 -3  cups broccoli florets
• 1  large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can chicken broth
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1  teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 3 (15 ounce) cans great northern beans, undrained

Directions

1. In large saucepan, cook the pasta according to the directions on the package; drain, rinse, and drain again; set aside.
2. In a big soup pot, heat the oil over medium-high; add in the sausage, broccoli, and onion.
3. Saute for 12-15 minutes, stirring to crumble the sausage, until the meat is browned and the onions are tender (drain off grease if desired).
4. Lower the heat to medium and add the broth, garlic powder, and salt to taste; stir to combine.
5. Add the beans and cooked pasta; stir to combine.
6. Simmer 8-10 minutes or until the sauce is thickened and the pasta/beans are heated through.