A savory, creamy pasta dish featuring garlic butter sausage bites and Parmesan sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
For the Garlic Butter Sausage Bites:
3 tbsp butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
1 lb smoked sausage or Italian sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
12 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your favorite)
2 tbsp butter
1 ½ cups heavy cream
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp black pepper
Salt, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
For the Garlic Butter Sausage Bites:
Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Garlic Butter: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant. Return the sausage to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic butter. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
For the Creamy Parmesan Pasta:
Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Make the Creamy Sauce: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the heavy cream and garlic powder, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Combine: Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy Parmesan sauce until fully coated.
Serve:
Assemble the Dish: Serve the garlic butter sausage bites over the creamy Parmesan pasta. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a touch of freshness.
This hearty and flavorful dish is perfect for a comforting weeknight meal!
– Use fresh Parmesan for best results.
– Add pasta water to adjust sauce consistency.
– Customize with veggies like spinach or mushrooms.