Fettuccine and Sweet Italian Sausage Alfredo

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this rich and creamy Fettuccine and Sweet Italian Sausage Alfredo. Perfectly cooked fettuccine is smothered in a luscious homemade Alfredo sauce, made with heavy cream, garlic, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Sweet Italian sausage adds a savory twist, perfectly balancing the dish with its bold, flavorful bite. This recipe is easy to prepare in under 35 minutes, making it a great weeknight dinner option while still being impressive enough for special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley and a hint of black pepper, this Italian-inspired classic is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. SEO keywords: Fettuccine Alfredo, sweet Italian sausage, creamy pasta recipe, easy Italian dinner, homemade Alfredo sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
• 1 pound Sweet Italian sausage
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1.5 cups Heavy cream
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 quarts Water

Directions

Step 1

Fill a large pot with 4 quarts of water, add 1 teaspoon of salt, and bring to a boil.

Step 2

Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain and set the pasta aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Remove the casings from the sweet Italian sausages, if necessary, and crumble the sausage into the skillet.

Step 4

Cook the sausage for 7–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1–2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 6

Pour in 1.5 cups of heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the mixture simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.

Step 7

Gradually whisk in 1.5 cups of grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 8

Add the cooked sausage back into the skillet, stirring to coat it in the Alfredo sauce.

Step 9

Add the drained fettuccine to the skillet, tossing gently to combine everything. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water and stir until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 10

Season the dish with 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and additional salt to taste, if needed.

Step 11

Garnish with 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(5152.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4717.6

Total Fat 333.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 162.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 906.4mg	0%
Sodium 8094.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 258.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 18.4g
Protein 152.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1719.0mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1342.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.6%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 22.3%