Description
Indulge in the savory and tangy flavors of this Saucy Sausage and Lemon Pasta. This ultimate recipe combines the richness of Italian sausage with the freshness of lemon, all brought together in a creamy and satisfying pasta dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 400 grams Italian sausage, casings removed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 400 grams spaghetti or fettuccine pasta
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- Sear the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Infuse Flavor: Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté until fragrant. Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Finish the Dish: Add Parmesan cheese and cooked pasta to the sauce. Toss, adding reserved pasta water as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
- Add steamed vegetables like asparagus or spinach for additional nutrition.
- Option to use turkey sausage for a leaner alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 900 milligrams
- Fat: 28 grams
- Saturated Fat: 12 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 75 milligrams
