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Creamy Italian Sausage Fettuccine Pasta

This creamy fettuccine pasta, infused with flavorful Italian sausage and a rich sauce, makes for a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
For the Sauce
  • 1 pound Italian sausage removed from casing
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese for topping

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the fettuccine and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  2. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and grated parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Combining the Pasta and Sauce
  1. Add the cooked fettuccine to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Serving
  1. Serve the creamy fettuccine pasta in bowls, garnished with chopped parsley and additional grated parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a bit of heat. Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.

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