Description
Indulge in the comfort of creamy, spicy garlic noodles with sausage—a dish that combines rich flavors and straightforward preparation. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal featuring tender pasta enveloped in a luscious garlic cream sauce, complemented by savory Italian sausage. This versatile recipe allows for customizations to suit your taste, whether you prefer a milder flavor or a bolder kick. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, these noodles promise to be a hit at your table. Serve them warm, garnished with fresh parsley and lime wedges for an added zest. Enjoy the simplicity of this delightful Italian-inspired dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook the Italian sausage until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic and red pepper flakes in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes; stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked pasta and sausage back into the skillet; toss well to coat with sauce.
- Serve warm, garnished with parsley and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg