Smoked sausage alfredo pasta: the best comfort food made easy
Smoked Sausage Alfredo Pasta is a rich and creamy dish that combines hearty smoked sausage with a luscious Alfredo sauce and al dente pasta, offering a comforting meal that’s easy to prepare.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the sliced smoked sausage. Cook until browned.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish is best served immediately, but leftovers can be reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
Keywords: Smoked Sausage Alfredo Pasta, comfort food, easy recipes