Ingredients
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- 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage until cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Add butter and garlic to the skillet, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in honey and cook for an additional minute.
- Toss in the cooked penne with Parmesan cheese and parsley, mixing well to coat everything evenly.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes before serving warm.
Notes
For best flavor, taste and adjust seasonings as you cook. This dish can be garnished with extra Parmesan and parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Omnivore
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg