Description
A delicious and hearty Garlic Butter Sausage with Creamy Parmesan Pasta recipe that combines savory Italian sausages sautéed with garlic and butter, tossed in a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce with perfectly cooked pasta. This easy one-pan meal is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Sausage and Garlic
- 4 Italian sausages, sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
Pasta and Sauce
- 12 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté Sausages: In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced Italian sausages until they are browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. This step develops a savory, caramelized flavor in the sausages.
- Add Garlic and Butter: Add the minced garlic and butter to the skillet with the sausages. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the butter is melted, infusing the mixture with rich aroma and taste.
- Cook Pasta: Meanwhile, cook your chosen pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Before draining, reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water to help adjust the sauce consistency later.
- Make the Creamy Parmesan Sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the sausage and garlic mixture. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts completely, creating a smooth and creamy sauce.
- Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and mix well with the sauce. Use the reserved pasta water gradually to loosen the sauce to your desired consistency, ensuring the pasta is well coated.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in chopped fresh parsley along with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot immediately for the best flavor.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Reserve pasta water carefully; it helps to adjust the sauce without thinning the flavor.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but it will be less rich.
- To make this recipe gluten free, use gluten-free pasta.
- Fresh parsley can be swapped with basil for a different herb profile.