Sticky Sweet Buffalo Garlic Butter Sausage Penne
Sticky Sweet Buffalo Garlic Butter Sausage Penne is a deliciously bold pasta dish that perfectly marries comfort and excitement. Imagine twirling al dente penne coated in a rich, creamy buffalo sauce enriched with garlic butter and a hint of sweetness from honey. This hearty meal is not only packed with flavors but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring salted water to a rolling boil in a large pot. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown crumbled Italian sausage for about 7-10 minutes until cooked through and golden.
- Reduce heat slightly and add the unsalted butter to the skillet, allowing it to melt before adding minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Stir in buffalo sauce and honey, mixing well before adding the cooked penne pasta. Toss everything together until well-coated.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, allowing flavors to meld over low heat for another couple of minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg