Smoked Sausage Alfredo Pasta
Smoked Sausage Alfredo Pasta is a creamy, indulgent dish that combines tender pasta with smoky sausage in a rich Alfredo sauce. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, offering a delightful balance of flavors and textures that will have everyone asking for seconds. With easy preparation and minimal cleanup, it’s an ideal choice for any home cook looking to create a comforting and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced smoked sausage until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if necessary for desired consistency.
- Serve garnished with chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider incorporating vegetables such as spinach or broccoli. - Swap out smoked sausage for chicken or shrimp if desired. - Reserve some pasta water before draining to adjust the sauce's thickness.