Creamy Marry Me Ditalini Sausage Pasta Recipe
Indulge in the creamy Marry Me Ditalini Sausage Pasta Recipe, featuring savory sausage, tender ditalini pasta, and a rich cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ditalini pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the ditalini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the sausage to the skillet and mix into the sauce. Add the cooked ditalini pasta and toss until fully coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, add a dollop of mascarpone or cream cheese to the sauce.
- Use spicy Italian sausage for a kick of heat, or substitute with chicken sausage for a lighter option.
- Perfect with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg