Garlic Butter Sausage Parmesan Pasta (Print-Friendly Version)
Savory sausage chunks sautéed in garlic butter paired with creamy, cheesy pasta for a quick and comforting weeknight dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Garlic Butter Sausage Bites
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1 lb smoked sausage or Italian sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
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3 tbsp butter
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Salt to taste
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Pepper to taste
→ Creamy Parmesan Pasta
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12 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or your favorite)
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2 tbsp butter
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1 ½ cups heavy cream
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp black pepper
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Salt to taste
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Fresh parsley (for garnish)
# Steps:
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside. Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Return sausage to the skillet and coat with garlic butter. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley and set aside.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add heavy cream and garlic powder, stirring constantly. Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Toss cooked pasta in the Parmesan cream sauce until coated evenly. Serve garlic butter sausage bites over the pasta. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired.
# Notes & Tips:
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For extra richness, add a splash of white wine or chicken broth to the sausage while cooking.
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You can substitute the sausage with chicken or shrimp for a different variation.