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Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet

Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet That's Quick & Delicious

Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights, ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces short pasta (penne, rotini, or rigatoni) Use gluten-free pasta for gluten-free options.
For the Sausage
  • 1 pound Italian sausage Feel free to substitute with chicken sausage or plant-based alternatives.
For the Flavor Base
  • 3 cloves garlic Freshly minced; garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • ¼ cup honey Maple syrup can be a unique substitute.
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari Choose tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar (apple cider recommended)
For the Veggie Boost
  • 1 cup vegetables (bell peppers, spinach, or zucchini) Optional but recommended.
For Creaminess
  • ½ cup cream or Parmesan cheese Skip for a lower-calorie option.
For a Kick
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust according to your spice preference.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Ingredients: Slice sausage into ½-inch thick pieces and mince garlic.
  2. Prepare Sauce: Combine honey, soy sauce, and vinegar in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
  3. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  4. Brown Sausage: Heat skillet over medium-high heat and sauté sausage for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Combine Sauce: Pour sauce into skillet with sausage and garlic, let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Toss Pasta: Add drained pasta to skillet and toss with sausage and sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  8. Serve: Dish out hot and garnish with herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Customize with different sausages or vegetables to fit your family's taste.

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