Creamy Mozzarella Pasta with Smoked Sausage: An Indulgent Delight
A deliciously creamy pasta dish featuring mozzarella and smoked sausage, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta of choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup smoked sausage, sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced sausage and cook until browned.
- Stir in heavy cream, garlic powder, and onion powder; bring to a simmer.
- Add mozzarella cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Toss in cooked pasta, season with salt and pepper, and mix well.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Adjust the amount of cream for desired creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg