Description
Marry me ditalini sausage pasta brings comfort and richness to Italian-inspired cuisine. Hearty ingredients meld together, creating a delightful meal you will savor with each satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 12 oz ditalini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a rolling boil and cook ditalini pasta until perfectly tender, about 8-9 minutes. Drain thoroughly and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then crumble Italian sausage and cook until deep golden brown and completely separated.
- Introduce minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and crushed red pepper flakes to the sausage, sautéing for 1-2 minutes to release aromatic flavors.
- Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, whisking to create a smooth, unified sauce. Allow mixture to simmer and reduce for 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring constantly until the sauce reaches a rich, velvety consistency.
- Gently fold the drained pasta into the creamy sauce, ensuring each piece is luxuriously coated. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Transfer to serving dishes and top with torn fresh basil leaves and melted mozzarella cheese for an indulgent finish. Serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Maximize pasta texture by cooking al dente, ensuring a slight firmness that prevents mushiness when mixed with sauce.
- Choose high-quality Italian sausage with good fat content for richer flavor and more authentic taste profile.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes, allowing spice-sensitive individuals to control their comfort zone.
- Transform into vegetarian version by substituting sausage with plant-based crumbles or roasted mushrooms for similar umami depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 509 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 567 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 84 mg