Description
Sticky Bold BBQ Ranch Sausage Pasta is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This creamy pasta combines the robust taste of Italian sausage with zesty BBQ sauce and tangy ranch dressing, creating a satisfying meal that will please both kids and adults. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this hearty dish that’s sure to become a weeknight favorite. With its rich flavors and creamy texture, every bite promises a delightful experience, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (casing removed)
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until tender (3-4 minutes).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Mix in the BBQ sauce and ranch dressing with the sausage mixture until well combined.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, mixing thoroughly to coat.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg