Description
A delicious and easy-to-make meal combining savory garlic butter sausage bites with creamy Parmesan pasta. This recipe features browned sausage tossed in fragrant garlic butter paired with a rich, cheesy pasta sauce, perfect for a comforting dinner ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Garlic Butter Sausage Bites
- 1 lb smoked sausage or Italian sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 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)
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 (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat 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.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Sauce: 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 and toss in the garlic butter until coated. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley.
- 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 Parmesan 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.
- Toss Pasta with Sauce: Toss the cooked pasta in the creamy Parmesan sauce until fully coated.
- Serve: Serve the garlic butter sausage bites over the creamy Parmesan pasta. Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley for a touch of freshness.
Notes
- Use smoked or Italian sausage depending on your flavor preference.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half but the sauce will be less rich.
- Freshly grated Parmesan yields the best flavor and smoothest sauce texture.
- Ensure not to overcook the garlic to prevent bitterness.
- This recipe can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
