Description
Experience a luxurious, flavor-packed bowl of comfort with this Creamy Marry Me Ditalini Sausage Pasta. This recipe features hearty Italian chicken or turkey sausage browned to perfection, tossed with tender ditalini pasta in a silky, garlic-infused tomato cream sauce. It is a sophisticated, restaurant-quality meal that is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a balanced combination of savory meat, bright tomato notes, and velvety parmesan cheese that is sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
1 lb mild Italian chicken or turkey sausage, casings removed
12 oz ditalini pasta
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the ditalini pasta according to package directions until al dente.
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the sausage, breaking it into crumbles until fully cooked.
Add the minced garlic, tomato paste, and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Reduce heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine with the pan drippings.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes, simmering gently until the sauce thickens slightly.
Drain the pasta and add it directly into the skillet with the sauce, tossing well to coat every noodle.
Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Ensure you use chicken or turkey-based Italian sausage to remain pork-free. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a tablespoon or two of the pasta cooking water to reach the desired consistency. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Meals
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American