Description
Saucy Sausage and Lemon Pasta is a deliciously satisfying dish that combines the rich flavors of Italian sausage with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon. This quick recipe delivers a comforting meal in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, this pasta dish will transport you to an Italian trattoria with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 12 oz Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Incorporate Lemon: Zest the lemons into the skillet, then squeeze their juice over the sausage mixture.
- Combine Pasta: Add drained pasta and about 1/2 cup reserved pasta water to the skillet. Toss everything together until well combined; add more water as needed for creaminess.
- Serve: Remove from heat and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg