Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Garlic Butter Sausage Fettuccine Pasta, a perfect dish that combines savory flavors with a luxurious texture. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, delivering a comforting pasta experience that everyone will love. The fragrant garlic butter sauce envelops the fettuccine and complements the crumbled sausage, creating a meal that is not only satisfying but also versatile. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables or switch up the types of sausage to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy this crowd-pleaser with friends and family for an unforgettable dinner!
Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (chicken, turkey, or beef)
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Cook fettuccine in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and brown the crumbled sausage; set aside.
- Melt butter in the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the sauce and sausage; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Garnish with Parmesan cheese, parsley, and season to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating sautéed spinach or zucchini. Experiment with different types of sausages for varied flavor profiles. Reserve extra pasta water to achieve desired sauce consistency without compromising flavor.