Cavatelli And Sausage Recipe
Cavatelli, Italian ground sausage, roasted red peppers, and fresh parsley; tossed in our creamy Alfredo sauce
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Sausage and Vegetables
Alfredo Sauce
Method
Cooking Cavatelli
- 1
Cook the Cavatelli
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cavatelli pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 3-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Cooking Sausage and Vegetables
- 2
Brown the Sausage
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the Italian ground sausage. Cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- 3
Add Roasted Peppers
Add the chopped roasted red peppers to the skillet with the sausage. Stir and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Making Alfredo Sauce
- 4
Prepare the Alfredo Sauce
In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper, and continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy, about 3-5 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- 5
Combine Pasta and Sauce
In the skillet with the sausage and peppers, add the cooked cavatelli and pour the Alfredo sauce over the top. Toss gently to combine all ingredients well.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the dish before serving. Enjoy your creamy cavatelli and sausage!