Description
Sticky Sweet Garlic Parmesan Sausage Penne is a flavorful pasta dish combining savory Italian sausage, rich garlic, sweet honey, and Parmesan cheese. It’s a quick and easy one-pan meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage until fully cooked, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat.
- Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in honey and cook for another minute.
- Toss in the cooked penne, adding Parmesan cheese and parsley. Mix thoroughly.
- Season with salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Sticky Sweet Garlic Parmesan Sausage Penne.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic and herbs for best flavor.
- Cook pasta al dente to maintain texture.
- Adjust sweetness and spice levels to your preference.
- This dish reheats well and is good for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Sticky Sweet Garlic Parmesan Sausage Penne, Sticky Sweet Garlic Parmesan, Garlic Parmesan Sausage Penne, Sweet Garlic Parmesan Recipe, Easy Garlic Parmesan Pasta