Sticky Sweet Garlic Parmesan Sausage Penne
This Sticky Sweet Garlic Parmesan Sausage Penne combines sweet and savory flavors, offering a delicious meal that warms the heart and brings comfort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
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 the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Add butter and garlic to the skillet, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in honey and cook for an additional minute to meld the flavors.
- Toss in the cooked penne along with Parmesan cheese and parsley, mixing well to coat everything evenly.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes before serving warm.
Notes
This dish can be modified to suit dietary preferences by using chicken sausage or making it vegetarian with sautéed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg