Description
A quick and delicious garlic butter sausage pasta recipe that combines rich flavors of garlic and butter with savory Italian sausage, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 grams (10.5 oz) pasta: Spaghetti or fettuccine works best.
- 250 grams (9 oz) Italian sausage: Choose between mild or spicy based on your taste.
- 4 cloves garlic: Minced for that rich flavor.
- 60 grams (1/4 cup) unsalted butter: This is the base of your delicious sauce.
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley: Chopped for a fresh touch.
- 50 grams (1/2 cup) grated Parmesan cheese: Adds a creamy, cheesy flavor.
- Freshly ground black pepper: To taste, for a little kick.
- Red pepper flakes: Optional, for those who like it spicy.
- Salt: For the pasta water, to enhance flavor.
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Remove the casing from the Italian sausage and crumble it into small pieces.
- In a skillet, cook the crumbled sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over low heat, then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic butter sauce, then mix in the cooked sausage.
- If the pasta seems dry, gradually add reserved pasta water until a creamy sauce forms.
- Stir in chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, seasoning with black pepper and red pepper flakes to taste.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Experiment with different types of sausage for varied flavors.
- Incorporate vegetables for added nutrition and color.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: garlic butter, sausage, pasta, quick meal, Italian recipe