Description
This Garlic Butter Sausage with Creamy Parmesan Pasta is a quick and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy Italian sausages are sautéed with fresh garlic and butter to create a flavorful base, then combined with tender pasta tossed in a rich and creamy Parmesan sauce. Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness to this comforting dish that serves four.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage and Garlic
- 4 Italian sausages, sliced
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
Pasta and Sauce
- 12 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté sausages: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sliced Italian sausages and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and butter: Add the minced garlic and butter to the skillet with the sausages and cook for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not burnt.
- Cook pasta: While sausages cook, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the pasta.
- Prepare creamy sauce: Pour heavy cream into the skillet with the sausages and garlic. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Combine pasta and sauce: Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the creamy sauce. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time as needed to reach your desired sauce consistency.
- Season and garnish: Stir in chopped fresh parsley, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve the pasta hot, enjoying the rich and savory flavors.
Notes
- You can swap Italian sausages for chicken or turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and smooth melting.
- Reserved pasta water helps to loosen the sauce and improve its texture.
- Fresh garlic can be replaced with garlic powder but will reduce aroma intensity.
- For a lighter dish, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, though it will be less rich.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick, if desired.
