Description
Creamy, spicy garlic noodles with sausage is a comforting dish that blends rich flavors and satisfying textures. This delightful recipe features tender spaghetti enveloped in a luscious garlic cream sauce, complemented by savory Italian sausage and a hint of spice. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this meal can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those who crave comfort food without sacrificing time. With its easy preparation and impressive presentation, these noodles are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces spaghetti or linguine
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (to taste)
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot, add spaghetti or linguine, and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil, then add the sausage. Break apart with a spatula and cook until browned. Remove and drain excess fat.
- Sauté garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Make the cream sauce: Pour in heavy cream, simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta and sausage back to the skillet; toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with parsley, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 625
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg