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Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet

Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet in Just 30 Minutes

Enjoy a comforting and quick Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces short pasta (penne or rotini)
For the Sausage
  • 1 pound sliced sausage (Italian, smoked, or chicken)
For the Sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes to taste
  • 4 cloves minced garlic fresh for best flavor

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a rolling boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the sliced sausage. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the sausage, and let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together for about 2 minutes until evenly coated.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh garlic and quality honey.

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