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Italian Sausage Alfredo

By Lana Stuart · Published: May 10, 2016 · Last Modified: Oct 20, 2020 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Italian Sausage Alfredo from @NevrEnoughThyme https://www.lanascooking.com/italian-sausage-alfredo

Italian Sausage Alfredo - Linguine with sausage and mushrooms in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Great for family dinners or special occasions.

Pasta is a perennial favorite, isn't it? I mean, really, have you ever heard anyone say, "I just really don't like pasta." Nope. Me either. That's why I'm always excited to cook a new pasta recipe like this Italian Sausage Alfredo.

Italian Sausage Alfredo from @NevrEnoughThyme https://www.lanascooking.com/italian-sausage-alfredo

This particular pasta recipe came about after talking to our granddaughter, Maggie, on the phone one evening. They were getting ready for dinner and I asked her what they were having.

"Sausage Al-a-fraydo!" she said. She was really excited about the al-afraydo, too. She's a good eater, that girl.

In my daughter's home, dad is the primary cook. Now Laura has several recipes she's good at making, but she just doesn't enjoy it. And if you don't enjoy it, it can be miserable instead of fun.

Mike, on the other hand, has worked in the kitchen of several restaurants and is a wonderful cook. Because he enjoys it. And I think both of the grandkids are going to enjoy it, too.

I've taught Aidan to make a roast, spaghetti with meat sauce, and chicken and dumplings. And just recently Maggie cooked dinner for their whole family! And she's only in fourth grade!

Now, I didn't ask Mike how he makes the Sausage Alfredo. I just decided to wing it and I think it came out pretty darned good! What could be so bad about a cheesy, creamy sauce with Italian sausage and mushrooms? Yum!

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How to Make Italian Sausage Alfredo

Start the water heating for the pasta. Be sure to salt it well. Add the pasta when the water begins to boil and cook for the time indicated on the package.

Brown the Italian Sausage and onions for Italian Sausage Alfredo

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and saute the sausage and onion until the sausage is brown throughout. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.

Cooking mushroom in olive oil

To the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and mushrooms. Sprinkle the mushrooms with salt and cook until wilted and browned. I used cremini mushrooms this time, but you can use any kind you like.

Add cream or half and half

Return the sausage and onions to the pan with the mushrooms. Slowly add the half and half (or cream if you want a little bit richer sauce), stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a gentle bubble.

Adding the cheeses, parsley, salt and pepper

Gradually add the Parmesan and Romano cheeses. Stir until cheeses melt. Add the parsley and pepper.

Add the cooked, lightly drained pasta to the skillet. Stir until well coated. Taste for seasoning and add salt if needed.

I found that this recipe did not need any additional salt because the cheeses themselves are fairly salty. I do like a good amount of black pepper in it.

Enjoy!

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Italian Sausage Alfredo from @NevrEnoughThyme https://www.lanascooking.com/italian-sausage-alfredo

Italian Sausage Alfredo

Italian Sausage Alfredo - Linguine with sausage and mushrooms in a creamy, cheesy sauce. Great for family dinners or special occasions.
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Course: Pasta
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 1134kcal
Author: Lana Stuart

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. linguini or spaghetti
  • 2 tblsp. olive oil divided
  • 4 oz. Italian sausage removed from casing
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 8 oz. mushrooms sliced
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 1 cup half and half or cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup grated Romano cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper
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Instructions

  • Start the water heating for the pasta. Be sure to salt it well. Add the pasta when the water begins to boil and cook for the time indicated on the package.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and saute the sausage and onion until the sausage is brown throughout. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
  • To the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and mushrooms. Sprinkle the mushrooms with salt and cook until wilted and browned.
  • Return the sausage and onions to the pan with the mushrooms.
  • Slowly add the half and half, stirring constantly. Bring the mixture to a gentle bubble.
  • Gradually add the Parmesan and Romano cheeses. Stir until cheese melt.
  • Add the parsley and pepper.
  • Add the cooked, lightly drained pasta to the skillet. Stir until well coated.
  • Taste for seasoning and add salt if needed.

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Nutrition Information

Serving: 1g | Calories: 1134kcal | Carbohydrates: 82g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 68g | Saturated Fat: 31g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 36g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 155mg | Sodium: 1991mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 12g

Nutrition information is calculated by software based on the ingredients in each recipe. It is an estimate only and is provided for informational purposes. You should consult your health care provider or a registered dietitian if precise nutrition calculations are needed for health reasons.

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About Lana Stuart

Lana Stuart is the cook and occasional traveler here at Never Enough Thyme. Lana has been cooking since she was tall enough to reach the stove and started this blog in 2009 to share her delicious home cooking recipes. You'll find about 700 recipes here so there's sure to be something your family will like!
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  1. Jilea says

    January 18, 2018 at 6:03 pm

    Thanks so much!!! My kids and husband loved it and it's so easy to make and clean up after is quick!!!

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    • Lana Stuart says

      January 19, 2018 at 8:20 am

      You're welcome! I'm so glad your family liked it.

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  2. Miss P says

    May 11, 2016 at 4:00 pm

    Want that Ala Frado! Looks just great.

    MIss P

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  3. Liz says

    May 10, 2016 at 2:57 pm

    Thank you for the nice recipe.

    Reply

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