Description
Smoked Sausage Alfredo Pasta is a delightful dish that combines creamy, rich flavors with smoky sausage for an unforgettable meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, this comforting pasta is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, bringing everyone together around the dinner table. With its vibrant colors and luscious sauce, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that transforms ordinary evenings into memorable ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine
- 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and smoked sausage; cook until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and spinach to the skillet; sauté until fragrant and spinach wilts (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring; gradually add Parmesan cheese until the sauce is thick and creamy.
- Toss cooked fettuccine with the sauce mixture until well coated; season with Italian seasoning.
- Serve immediately with extra Parmesan on top if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg