Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta (Print Format)
Hearty sausage and pasta tossed in a sticky honey garlic sauce that's sweet, savory, and absolutely irresistible.
# Ingredients:
→ Main ingredients
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8 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or your favorite shape)
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1 pound Italian sausage, sliced into rounds
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
→ For the sticky honey garlic sauce
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¼ cup honey
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¼ cup soy sauce
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
→ For seasoning and garnish
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
# Steps:
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add your pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente - you want it to have just a little bite since it'll finish cooking in the skillet. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add your sliced sausage and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's beautifully browned on all sides. Add the minced garlic and cook for just 1-2 more minutes until it smells absolutely amazing.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes if you're using them. Pour this magical mixture into the skillet with the sausage and garlic. Stir everything together and let it simmer for about 2 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken and get nice and sticky.
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Add your cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together so each piece gets coated in that gorgeous sticky sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to let all the flavors meld together perfectly. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
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Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Serve immediately while it's hot and the sauce is still perfectly sticky. This pairs beautifully with a crisp salad or some roasted vegetables!
# Tips:
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This sweet and savory combo is absolutely irresistible - the honey balances the salty soy sauce perfectly while the garlic adds depth.
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Feel free to use any pasta shape you love, but something with ridges or tubes works great for holding onto that sticky sauce.
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The sauce will thicken as it cools, so serve this dish right away for the best texture and flavor.
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You can easily double this recipe for a crowd - just use a larger skillet or cook in two batches.
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Try adding some bell peppers or snap peas during the last few minutes of cooking for extra color and crunch.