Creamy Marry Me Ditalini Sausage Pasta Recipe
This Creamy Marry Me Ditalini Sausage Pasta is a mouthwatering dish packed with rich flavors from Italian sausage, parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes. The creamy sauce perfectly coats the ditalini pasta, making it an irresistible meal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz ditalini pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 cup spinach (optional)
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Cook ditalini pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pan to deglaze.
- Stir in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Add parmesan cheese and stir until melted. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Mix in cooked pasta and spinach (if using), stirring to coat evenly.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use spicy sausage for extra heat.
- Swap ditalini for penne or rigatoni if preferred.
- Add mushrooms or bell peppers for more veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg