Caramelized Apple, Onion, and Sausage Pasta

Name: Caramelized Apple, Onion, and Sausage Pasta
Prep time: 55 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 16-oz. pkg. bulk pork sausage; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter; 6 cups sliced red onions (from 3 onions); 3 cups 1/4-in. pieces Granny Smith, Golden Delicious, or Honeycrisp apples (from 2 apples); 2 tsp. kosher salt, divided, plus more for cooking pasta; 1 16-oz. pkg. campanelle or penne pasta; 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped (about 1 Tbsp.); 2 tsp. finely chopped fresh thyme, plus more for garnish; 3/4 cup chicken broth; 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish; 2 tsp. apple cider vinegar; 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Prep:55min

Sausage and pasta are just better together, and in this flavorful dish apple and onion join the party to make for a lip-smacking good sauce. Serve it with a crisp green salad for a delicious and satisfying dinner.

Updated at: Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:07:41 GMT