Ingredients
Scale
- 4 sausage links
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian spices
- 8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparing the Garlic Butter Sausage Bites
- Slice the sausages into bite-sized pieces.
- Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced sausages and sauté until browned.
Preparing the Creamy Parmesan Pasta
3. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, adding a generous amount of salt to the boiling water. Drain and set aside.
4. In a separate pan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer.
5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Combine Everything
6. Add the cooked pasta to the creamy sauce, stirring until fully coated.
7. Mix in the Garlic Butter Sausage Bites and stir to combine.
8. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for the best flavor.
- Grate Parmesan cheese from a block rather than using pre-grated for a smoother sauce.
- Italian sausages work best for a bold, savory taste.
Variations:
- Add sautéed mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor and color.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
- Swap in plant-based sausage and dairy-free substitutes for a vegan option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: ~650
- Sugar: ~2g
- Sodium: ~800mg
- Fat: ~45g
- Saturated Fat: ~20g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~40g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~25g
- Cholesterol: ~100mg