Grill-Fired Sausage & Broccoli Rabe

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Italian sausage (sweet or hot)
• 2 large bunches broccoli rabe, trimmed
• 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for grilling
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 4 sturdy hoagie rolls or crusty bread

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400-450°F) for direct grilling.

2. 2

   Toss the trimmed broccoli rabe with 2 tablespoons olive oil, sliced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; set aside.

3. 3

   Place the Italian sausages directly over the heat, turning occasionally, until nicely browned on all sides and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes. Internal temperature should reach 160°F.

4. 4

   While sausages cook, create a foil packet or use a grill-safe pan for the broccoli rabe. Add the seasoned broccoli rabe and chicken broth to the packet/pan.

5. 5

   Place the foil packet or pan on the cooler side of the grill, or over indirect heat, closing the lid. Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli rabe is tender-crisp.

6. 6

   Once cooked, remove sausages and broccoli rabe from the grill. Slice the sausages into 1-inch pieces.

7. 7

   Lightly brush the cut sides of the hoagie rolls with olive oil and toast them on the grill for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

8. 8

   Assemble by piling the sliced sausage and tender broccoli rabe onto the toasted rolls. Serve immediately.