Fettuccine with Creamy Tomato Sausage Sauce

Indulge in the comforting flavors of Fettuccine with Creamy Tomato Sausage Sauce, a quick and satisfying weeknight pasta dish that's bursting with rich Italian-inspired taste. Perfectly al dente fettuccine is tossed in a luscious sauce made with savory Italian sausage, velvety heavy cream, and tangy crushed tomatoes, creating the ultimate harmony of flavors. Aromatic garlic and fresh basil add a fragrant depth, while a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese ties everything together. This crowd-pleasing recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings when you crave a restaurant-quality meal at home. Serve it piping hot with a crusty loaf of bread to soak up every last drop of this irresistible creamy tomato sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Fettuccine
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 8 oz Italian sausage (casings removed)
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 14 oz Crushed tomatoes
• 0.75 cup Heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 tbsp Fresh basil leaves (chopped)
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0 as needed Water (for boiling)
• 1 tbsp Salt (for pasta water)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Once boiling, add 1 tablespoon of salt and the fettuccine. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Lower the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the pasta in the creamy tomato sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water to loosen it.

Step 7

Stir in the fresh basil leaves and cook for 1-2 more minutes to blend the flavors.

Step 8

Serve the fettuccine hot, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1552.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2513.6

Total Fat 168.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 434.0mg	0%
Sodium 11555.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 98.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1457.2mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1770.2mg	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: 61.9%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 22.0%