Description
This recipe combines savory Italian sausage bites cooked in garlic butter with a rich and creamy Parmesan pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a perfect comforting meal that blends aromatic garlic, tender sausage, and silky fettuccine coated in a cheesy cream sauce, garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.
Ingredients
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Sausage and Sauce
- 1 lb Italian sausage, sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- Salt (for boiling pasta water)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop the garlic finely and set all ingredients aside to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sliced Italian sausage. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is nicely browned and cooked through.
- Sauté Garlic and Butter: Add the minced garlic and unsalted butter to the skillet with the sausage. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the butter is melted, infusing the sausage mixture with flavor.
- Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving some of the pasta water.
- Make Creamy Parmesan Sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet containing the sausage and garlic. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it melts completely, creating a smooth, creamy sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a little reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing well to coat the pasta evenly with the creamy Parmesan and sausage sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the pasta before serving to add a fresh herbal note and vibrant color.
Notes
- Use sausage with casing removed or sliced depending on preference.
- Reserve some pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency.
- For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a mixture of milk and cream.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese provides the best flavor and melt compared to pre-grated varieties.
- Make sure not to overcook the pasta; al dente texture complements the creamy sauce best.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
