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Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet dish served in a bowl

Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet

A quick and comforting pasta dish with caramelized sausage tossed in a glossy honey-soy glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
  • 8 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fusilli) Any short shape is fine; ridged pasta holds the sauce best.
  • 1 lb sausage, sliced Choose a flavorful, pre-cooked sausage that browns well.
  • 1/4 cup honey Can substitute with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced Add later in the cooking process to prevent burning.
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce Low-sodium soy sauce is recommended for better salt control.
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes Adjust to taste for desired spiciness.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper To taste.
  • Chopped parsley for garnish Optional.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Fill a large pot with water and salt it generously. Bring to a boil and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente.
  2. Drain, reserve 1 to 2 tablespoons of the pasta water, and set the pasta aside.
Sautéing the Sausage
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and warm until it shimmers.
  2. Arrange the sliced sausage in a single layer in the skillet. Let it sit and brown for about 5 to 7 minutes to get caramelized edges.
Making the Sauce
  1. Push the sausage to one side of the skillet. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the empty space. Stir for 30 to 60 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the honey and soy sauce. Stir and let the mixture bubble gently for about a minute until it thickens into a glossy glaze.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
  1. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated and heated through. If the sauce is too thick, splash in 1 to 2 tablespoons of the reserved pasta water to loosen it.
  2. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
  1. Serve hot and sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and consume within 3 to 4 days. Can freeze for up to 2 months. Consider adding extra vegetables or trying different sausage types for a variation.

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