Description
Sausage Alfredo Pasta is a creamy and comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings. This delicious recipe combines tender pasta with savory sausage and a rich Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick meal that satisfies the whole family. With its velvety texture and robust flavors, Sausage Alfredo Pasta is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound dry pasta
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic (pressed)
- 3 cups heavy cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz fully cooked smoked sausage (sliced)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package directions; drain well.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and sauté garlic for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Slowly add heavy cream, salt, and pepper; simmer for 8-10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and optional red pepper flakes, then add sliced sausage.
- Combine the sauce with drained pasta, mixing well before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 90mg