step 1
Cook pasta according to package instructions for al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water when draining.
step 2
While the pasta is cooking, heat a large saute pan over med/high heat and add olive oil.
step 3
Add sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, 10 - 12 minutes.
step 4
Add garlic and cook 1 minute, then add the mushrooms, stirring well. Continue to cook about 5 minutes, stirring frequently so the garlic doesn't burn.
step 5
Add the white wine and cook until reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
step 6
Add cream and about 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water.
step 7
Stir in the red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, parsley, and parmesan. Cook until the sauce has thickened, adding more pasta water if needed.
step 8
Add the cooked pasta and toss well. Top with a sprinkle of parsley and parmesan to serve.