Spicy Sausage Alfredo Recipe

Ingredients for Spicy Sausage Alfredo

• Penne Rigate
• Italian Sausage
• 1 (16-ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
• Red Hot Pepper Sauce
• Bell Peppers
• Red Onion
• Canola Oil
• Parmesan Cheese

How to Make Spicy Sausage Alfredo

1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add 1 pound Italian sausage (removed from casings) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and thoroughly cooked (about 8-10 minutes).
3. While the sausage cooks, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
4. Chop 1 medium onion and 1 bell pepper (any color) into 1/4-inch slices. Set aside.
5. Once the sausage is cooked, add the chopped onions and peppers to the skillet.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are slightly softened.
7. Reduce heat to low.
8. Add 1 pound pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite shape) to the boiling water and cook until al dente, according to package directions.
9. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of pasta water.
10. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 (16-ounce) jar of Alfredo sauce over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through.
11. Stir in 1/4 cup of your favorite hot sauce (or more, to taste).
12. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sausage and pepper mixture.
13. Pour the Alfredo sauce over the pasta and toss to combine.
14. Add reserved pasta water, 1/4 cup at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
15. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley (optional) and serve immediately.