Description
There’s nothing better than Creamy Beef Sausage Fettuccine Pasta—a rich, velvety sauce coating tender fettuccine, packed with flavorful beef sausage, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. This indulgent pasta dish is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special occasion!
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Ingredients
Scale
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 tablespoon salt (for boiling water)
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb beef sausage, sliced (or crumbled, if using ground)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup pasta water (reserved)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
- Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Beef Sausage
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced beef sausage and cook for 5 minutes, until browned.
- Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Make the Creamy Sauce
- Lower heat to medium-low and pour in heavy cream and milk. Stir well.
- Add Parmesan cheese and butter, stirring until smooth and creamy.
- If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 4: Combine Everything
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Simmer for 1-2 minutes, letting the flavors meld.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.
- Serve warm with garlic bread or a side salad.
Notes
Use High-Quality Parmesan – It melts smoothly for the best sauce.
Try Different Sausages – Swap beef sausage for chicken, turkey, or spicy sausage.
Add Extra Veggies – Mushrooms, spinach, or sun-dried tomatoes make great additions.
For a Lighter Version – Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes