Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Creamy Marry Me Ditalini Sausage Pasta, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience. This comforting pasta dish features tender ditalini tossed in a rich and flavorful sauce made with mild Italian sausage, garlic, and heavy cream. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe can be prepared in just 35 minutes, allowing you to serve up a meal that’s both impressive and satisfying. With its child-friendly flavors and an inviting creamy texture, this pasta is sure to win over everyone at your dinner table.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces ditalini pasta
- 8 ounces mild Italian ground sausage
- ½ cup sweet onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¾ to 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook the ditalini pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and drizzle with avocado oil.
- In a nonstick sauté pan, heat avocado oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the tomato paste and caramelize for 2-3 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
- Deglaze with chicken broth, letting it reduce by half. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- Mix in grated Parmesan until melted, then toss in the cooked pasta until evenly coated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added spice, include red pepper flakes or diced chili peppers during cooking. Customize by adding vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.