Keto Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage
Indulge in a comfort food favorite with a low-carb twist in this Keto Macaroni and Cheese with Sausage. This creamy and satisfying dish features keto-friendly pasta options—like shirataki or zucchini noodles—smothered in a rich, velvety cheese sauce made from heavy cream, cream cheese, cheddar, and Parmesan. The addition of savory, browned sausage adds a hearty and flavorful protein boost, making it a perfect one-pan meal. Seasoned with garlic and onion powders for extra depth, this keto mac and cheese is both indulgent and guilt-free. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner or cozy weekend indulgence for those following a low-carb or ketogenic lifestyle. Serve it up hot, garnished with extra Parmesan for the ultimate cheesy experience! Perfect for keto comfort food lovers, this dish delivers all the classic flavors without the carbs.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Keto-friendly pasta (e.g., shirataki noodles or zucchini noodles)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 12 ounces Sausage, sliced (sugar-free and keto-approved)
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, cubed
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the keto-friendly pasta according to the package instructions. For shirataki noodles, rinse them thoroughly under cold water and boil for 2-3 minutes. Drain well and set aside.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the heavy cream and cream cheese, stirring continuously until the cream cheese has fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
Step 4
Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet, stirring until fully melted and the sauce is creamy. Adjust the heat to low to prevent the cheese from burning.
Step 5
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Step 6
Add the cooked keto-friendly pasta and browned sausage into the cheese sauce, stirring until everything is evenly coated with the sauce.
Step 7
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through, adjusting the seasoning as needed.
Step 8
Serve hot, garnished with additional grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1346.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3657.1 |
| Total Fat 326.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 176.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 907.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6635.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.1g | |
| Protein 132.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 120.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2271.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1242.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories