Creamy Rattlesnake Pasta Recipe (Print Version)
A deliciously creamy rattlesnake pasta recipe that brings warmth and comfort to your kitchen.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Southern
Dietary: Gluten, Dairy
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
Fettuccine pasta
02 -
Italian sausage
03 -
Heavy cream
04 -
Parmesan cheese
05 -
Garlic
06 -
Bell peppers
→ Seasonings & Spices
07 -
Salt
08 -
Black pepper
09 -
Red pepper flakes
→ Garnish & Toppings
10 -
Chopped parsley
11 -
Extra parmesan cheese
→ Optional Extras
12 -
Spinach
13 -
Zucchini
# Instructions:
01 -
First things first, get a big pot of salted water boiling. This is where I always forget to add salt! Yikes! Once it’s bubbling, toss in your fettuccine and cook it until al dente. You want it just right, not mushy, so keep an eye on it! I always do a little dance in the kitchen while I wait.
02 -
In a separate pan, heat a little olive oil and toss in the sausage. The sound is music to my ears. It sizzles and fills the kitchen with that amazing aroma! Don’t forget to break it up as it cooks. I’ve left it in too long once—burnt sausage is not a good look!
03 -
Now, toss in your minced garlic and sliced bell peppers. Oof, that smell! It’s heavenly! Just be careful not to burn the garlic—it goes from perfect to bitter in a hot second. I learned that the hard way!
04 -
Once the sausage is browned and the veggies are tender, pour in the heavy cream. Stir it gently and watch the magic happen! It thickens up beautifully, and you can feel the hug of creaminess coming through! Just try not to splash it everywhere like I did once. My shirt was a casualty that day.
05 -
Drain your pasta and toss it into the sauce. Now, I always use tongs for this because it helps mix everything without splattering. It’s a sight to behold! And at this point, I usually can’t resist taking a taste. It’s perfect!
06 -
Finally, sprinkle in that parmesan cheese. You know it’s ready when it melts right in. I like to add a bit more than the recipe suggests, because... why not? I’m all about that cheesy goodness!
# Notes:
01 -
Don’t skip the salt in the pasta water; it makes all the difference in flavor! Overcooked pasta is a common mistake; keep tasting as it cooks! Adding a splash of pasta water to the sauce can help it bind to the noodles better.
# Tools You'll Need:
01 -
Large pot
02 -
skillet
03 -
tongs
04 -
measuring cups
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 600
Total Fat: 30g
Total Carbohydrate: 70g
Protein: 25g