Description
This creamy Italian Sausage Fettuccine Pasta combines savory Italian sausage, garlic, and a rich cream sauce over tender fettuccine noodles. It's an easy, comforting dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special meal with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (bulk, not in casings)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta:
In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the fettuccine pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water. - Brown the Sausage:
While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Brown the sausage until fully cooked and browned, about 7-10 minutes. - Sauté the Garlic:
Add minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. - Make the Cream Sauce:
Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. - Combine Pasta and Sauce:
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the sausage and cream sauce. Toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach your desired sauce consistency. - Finish and Serve:
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make It Spicy: For a bit of heat, add red pepper flakes when cooking the sausage.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free fettuccine if needed.
- Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g