Creamy Marry Me Ditalini Sausage Pasta
Creamy Marry Me Ditalini Sausage Pasta is a delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of Italian sausage with creamy goodness and fun ditalini pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe takes just 35 minutes to prepare, making it both quick and satisfying. The savory blend of sausage, sweet onions, and garlic creates a luscious sauce that envelops each piece of pasta, ensuring every bite is comforting and delicious. Enjoy it as a main course or pair it with a fresh salad for a complete meal that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces ditalini pasta
- 8 ounces mild Italian ground sausage
- ½ cup sweet onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ – ¾ cup low sodium chicken broth
- ¾ – 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- Kosher salt and cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the ditalini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat avocado oil over medium heat; brown the Italian sausage for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add diced sweet onion and sauté until translucent; stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in tomato paste, salt, and pepper; pour in chicken broth and simmer.
- Gradually add heavy cream while stirring; combine cooked pasta into the sauce.
- Mix in grated parmesan cheese until melted; serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg