Description
A comforting dish featuring savory sausage and al dente pasta coated in a sticky honey garlic glaze, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sausage (sliced)
- 8 oz pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 cups spinach (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Start by boiling water in a pot, adding a generous pinch of salt, and cooking the pasta according to package directions. Once al dente, drain and set aside.
- Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, warm a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat.
- Brown the Sausage: Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Infuse with Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Sweetness and Depth: Pour in the honey and soy sauce, stirring well to combine.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss the drained pasta into the skillet, ensuring every piece is coated beautifully in the sweet sauce.
- Add Spinach (Optional): If using, add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Season to Taste: Sprinkle with salt and pepper, giving everything a final stir.
- Serve Warm: Dish up the pasta and enjoy your delicious meal while it’s still warm!
Notes
For a leaner option, use turkey or chicken sausage. This dish can also be made vegetarian by replacing sausage with mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg