Pasta with Sausage Cream Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Pasta with Sausage Cream Sauce—a rich, flavorful dish that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Perfectly cooked pasta is coated in a luscious garlic-infused cream sauce, enriched with grated Parmesan and studded with savory Italian sausage. Whether you prefer mild or spicy sausage, this versatile recipe delivers bold flavors with a hint of optional crushed red pepper for extra heat. The sauce clings beautifully to your pasta of choice—fettuccine, penne, or any favorite—while a garnish of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this creamy sausage pasta is a crowd-pleasing meal that’s as easy as it is indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your choice)
- 12 ounces Italian sausage (mild or spicy, as preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Remove the sausage from its casing (if applicable) and crumble it into the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it is browned and fully cooked. Remove the cooked sausage and set it aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour the heavy cream into the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth, about 3 minutes.
Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat it evenly in the sausage cream sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3041 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 233.3 g | 299% | |
| Saturated Fat | 114.9 g | 574% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 640 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 4990 mg | 217% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.4 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 100.8 g | 202% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1020 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 953 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
