Garlic Butter Sausage Bites with Creamy Parmesan Pasta Recipe - Recipes by Clare

Ingredients

• 1 lb smoked or Italian sausage, sliced bite-sized.
• 2 tablespoons butter (for sausage).
• 1 tablespoon olive oil.
• 3 cloves garlic, minced.
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
• Salt and pepper to taste.
• Fresh parsley for garnish.
• 12 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine).
• 2 tablespoons butter (for pasta).
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream.
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional).