Irresistible Garlic Butter Sausage Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta
Savory garlic butter sausage bites served with creamy parmesan pasta for a hearty and flavorful meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add sausage and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned.
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper, stirring until smooth.
- Toss in cooked pasta and mix well.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter option.
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
- Adjust cream or cheese for desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg