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It only calls for a handful of ingredients (I grabbed them all at my local Family Dollar), is super affordable, comes together in less than 30 minutes, and only dirties up a few dishes. Y’all are going to love this not only because it’s easy and quick, but also because it’s packed with amazing flavor!
Weeknight Sausage Alfredo
Servings: 3 to 4
Ingredients
- 1/2 (16-ounce) box rotini pasta, cooked according to the package instructions and drained
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 (12-ounce) package kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 1/2 cups half & half
- 4-ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- salt & pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sausage and allow to brown - stirring occasionally.
- Add the half & half to the pan and bring it to a simmer. Add the cream cheese and allow it to melt, stirring occasionally. Add the garlic powder and stir.
- Allow the sauce to cook and thicken for about 5 minutes. Stir in the parmesan cheese and stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the cooked pasta and serve immediately.
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Marla says
Hello,
Do you have to use unsalted butter?
Thank you,
Marla
Stacey says
You can use salted. I would just taste it before adding additional salt.
Gerri Barron says
Kielbasa vs smoked sausage
I have the smoked sausage from a local butcher can I use that?
Stacey says
Yes! That should work just fine. Enjoy!
Joan in VA says
This is EXCELLENT. It’s quick, it’s easy, and best of all it’s delicious. I tried it, and was skeptical about it, but boy, did my mind change in a hurry. My husband who I could call Mr. Picky Eater even liked it. I’ll be making it again, soon. Thank you, Stacey, for an excellent recipe.
Stacey says
FANTASTIC!!! I’m just tickled y’all enjoyed it so much!!
Renee says
This was delicious! Thanks for sharing it with us!
Stacey says
Isn’t it good!? I think this one is often overlooked, but it’s so delicious!
Michelle says
So you only need 8 ounces of the pasta?
Stacey says
Yep, you don’t need the whole package.
Kathy says
I used jalapeno sausage, with this, it was great!!!
Stacey says
What a great way to add even more flavor! Thanks for sharing!