Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta (Print-Friendly Version)
A deliciously sticky pasta dish featuring Italian sausage and rich honey garlic sauce, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
# Ingredients List:
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340 g pasta (penne, rigatoni, or any short pasta)
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450 g sausage, sliced (Italian sausage, smoked sausage, or preferred type)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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60 ml honey
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60 ml soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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120 ml chicken broth
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 tablespoon butter
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
# How to Make It:
01 -
Cook pasta according to the package instructions in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 120 ml of pasta water.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and brown on both sides for 5-7 minutes. Transfer sausage to a plate and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant. Add honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar, stirring until combined. Incorporate chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to thicken for 2-3 minutes. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
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Add browned sausage back into the skillet, stirring to coat in sauce. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to absorb flavors. Add cooked pasta and toss. Adjust sauce consistency with reserved pasta water as needed. Stir in butter for richness.
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Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm.