STICKY HONEY GARLIC SAUSAGE PASTA SKILLET

 Ingredients:

For the Sausage & Pasta:

1 lb smoked beef sausage, sliced

8 oz pasta (spaghetti, rigatoni, or penne)

1 tbsp olive oil

2 cups chicken broth

½ cup heavy cream

For the Honey Garlic Sauce:

⅓ cup honey

¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)

For Garnish:

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Chopped parsley or basil

Extra red pepper flakes (optional)

 Directions:

 Cook the Sausage:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and sauté until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

 Prepare the Honey Garlic Sauce:

In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes.

 Cook the Pasta:

In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Add pasta and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.

 Thicken the Sauce:

Stir the honey garlic sauce into the skillet. Add cornstarch slurry and simmer 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.

 Combine:

Add cooked sausage back to the skillet. Toss to coat sausage and pasta evenly in the sticky sauce. Cook for another 1–2 minutes to combine flavors.

 Garnish & Serve:

Top with grated Parmesan, fresh herbs, and extra red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

 Preparation time: 10 minutes

 Cooking time: 20 minutes

 Total time: 30 minutes

 Calories: ~620 kcal per serving

 Servings: 4