Description
This Creamy Apple Gouda Sausage Pasta is a delightful weeknight comfort meal that brings together savory chicken gouda sausage and crisp, sweet apples in a velvety cheese sauce. It is an autumn-inspired dish that balances gourmet flavors with simple preparation, perfect for busy families looking for a high-protein, satisfying dinner in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
12 oz pasta of your choice (penne or fusilli)
1 lb chicken gouda sausage, sliced into rounds
1 large sweet apple (like Honeycrisp), cored and diced
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 tsp dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente; reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear sausage slices until golden brown.
Add diced apples to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
Stir in garlic and thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded smoked gouda until fully melted and glossy.
Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat well, adding reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or broth to restore the creamy consistency. You can substitute the pasta with a gluten-free variety if needed.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg