Description

Savor the rich flavors of Garlic Butter Sausage Bites paired with creamy Parmesan fettuccine pasta in this easy 30-minute dish. Perfectly browned Italian sausage mingles with garlic butter, while a luscious Parmesan cream sauce brings everything together for a hearty and comforting meal.

Ingredients

Sausage and Sauce

1 lb Italian sausage, sliced
4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Pasta

8 oz fettuccine pasta
Salt, for boiling pasta water

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Chop the garlic finely and set all ingredients aside for easy access during cooking.
Cook Sausage: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the sliced Italian sausage. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sausage is browned and cooked through.
Add Garlic and Butter: To the skillet, add minced garlic and unsalted butter. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the butter has melted.
Cook Pasta: In a separate large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 10-12 minutes. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
Make Sauce: Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the sausage and garlic mixture. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until it melts and creates a smooth, creamy sauce.
Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta thoroughly in the creamy sausage sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired sauce consistency.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for a burst of color and freshness before serving warm.

Notes

Use Italian sausage with or without casing based on preference.
Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce thickness as needed.
Freshly grated Parmesan provides better melting and flavor than pre-grated cheese.
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, though the sauce will be less rich.
This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.