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Cheesy Garlic Linguine

Indulge in creamy Cheesy Garlic Butter Linguine with Beef Sausage and Spinach Alfredo. Quick 30-minute recipe packed with rich flavors perfect for weeknights or dinner parties. Explore easy substitutions and tips for a customizable meal everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 10 ounces linguine pasta
  • ½ pound ground beef
  • ½ pound Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 7 ounces frozen spinach thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook linguine until al dente; drain and set aside, reserving a splash of pasta water.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil and brown the ground beef and sausage, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
  3. Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, then add minced garlic and spinach; stir to combine.
  4. In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat and whisk in flour to create a roux, cooking until smooth and golden.
  5. Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth, stirring until the sauce thickens. Lower the heat and add heavy cream, Parmesan, mozzarella, and seasonings; let simmer.
  6. Toss the cooked linguine with the sauce and meat mixture until evenly coated.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This dish stores well; refrigerate for up to three days or freeze in portions for future meals. Reheat with a splash of milk to maintain creaminess.
Use freshly grated Parmesan for better flavor and texture.
Experiment with different pasta shapes or proteins to suit your preference. Consider adding other vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for added nutrition.
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