My favorite meal is under $10!
It makes about 6 adult servings and takes less than 30 min to make
Just cook noodles according to packaging, strain and add cut sausage and Alfredo sauce and cook until all ingredients are warm.
Feel free to add seasonings like pepper and onion powder, then I usually sprinkle parmesan on top of mine
Creamy Sausage Alfredo Pasta
Ingredients:
- 16 oz (1 pound) of your favorite pasta (such as fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti)
- 1 pound smoked sausage (e.g., kielbasa or smoked turkey sausage), sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 jar (15 oz) Alfredo sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving
- Fresh parsley or basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta:
- Follow the package instructions to cook the pasta until it’s al dente. Usually, this takes about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Prepare the Sausage:
- While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and cook until it’s lightly browned and heated through, which should take about 5-7 minutes. You can use a little cooking spray or oil if necessary, but the sausage may release some oil as it cooks.
- Combine Pasta, Sausage, and Alfredo Sauce:
- Once the sausage is cooked, reduce the heat to low.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sausage.
- Pour the entire jar of Alfredo sauce over the pasta and sausage.
- Season and Heat:
- Sprinkle the black pepper and onion powder over the mixture.
- Gently stir everything together to ensure the pasta, sausage, and Alfredo sauce are evenly combined.
- Continue cooking on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is heated through. This should only take a few minutes.
- Serve:
- Once everything is warmed through, transfer the creamy sausage Alfredo pasta to serving plates.
- Optionally, sprinkle each serving with grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil leaves if you have them on hand for a touch of color and freshness.
Creamy Sausage Alfredo Pasta is not considered low-carb. This dish typically contains pasta, which is a significant source of carbohydrates. Additionally, the Alfredo sauce often includes ingredients like heavy cream and cheese, which also contribute to the carb content.
If you’re looking for a low-carb alternative, you can consider using low-carb pasta substitutes such as zucchini noodles (zoodles), spaghetti squash, or shirataki noodles. These options have fewer carbohydrates than traditional wheat pasta. You can also make a creamy Alfredo sauce using ingredients like heavy cream, butter, and Parmesan cheese, which are low in carbohydrates.
By making these substitutions, you can create a low-carb version of Creamy Sausage Alfredo Pasta that fits within a low-carb or keto diet.
Enjoy
